Las Vegas Spousal Support Lawyer

Navigating Spousal Support & Alimony Matters in Nevada

Nevada alimony laws stop when the spouse receiving alimony either dies or remarries. Alimony is a type of court-ordered financial support paid by one spouse to the other. It is intended to support a lower-earning or unemployed spouse during and after a divorce.

In many cases, one spouse did not pursue an education or a career, or they supported their spouse’s career during the marriage. After a divorce, these spouses find themselves pursuing education or reentering the workforce. Spousal support helps them maintain financial security until they find their footing and become self-sufficient.

When awarding alimony, a judge may consider various factors such as:

• Each spouse’s income, financial status, and earning potential
• The length of the marriage
• Whether one spouse forewent an education or career to support the other
• Each spouse’s contributions to homemaking, raising children, etc.
• Where each spouse will live after the divorce
• Job opportunities available to the spouse seeking support

Schedule a consultation with a Las Vegas alimony lawyer at The Hill Law Group. Contact us at (702) 781-7222 today.

How Can You Reduce Alimony?

It is sometimes necessary to fight, reduce, or terminate alimony - you will need to petition the court and be able to demonstrate that you have experienced a "significant change in circumstance," such as:

• Involuntary loss of a job or significant decrease in your income
• Illness or disability that prevents you from working
• Remarriage of your former spouse
• A significant increase in your former spouse's income

There is no hard definition of "significant change in circumstance." If you need to fight alimony or get a reduction in alimony, then it is in your best interests to discuss your situation with a Las Vegas spousal support lawyer to find out if you qualify.

How Long Do You Have to Be Married to Get Alimony in Nevada?

Nevada alimony law does not specify how long a couple must have been married in order for a spouse to receive alimony payments upon divorce. Instead, this is left up to the judge's discretion. In most cases if the couple has been married for less than 3 years, it's unlikely that alimony will be awarded. Whereas if a couple has been married for 10+ years it's more likely that a judge will award either temporary or permanent alimony.

How to Get Out of Paying Alimony in Nevada

The law in Nevada says alimony ends when the spouse receiving alimony either passes away or remarries. You can modify spousal support if the paying party's income increases or decreases by 20% or more. This support modification is considered a change of circumstances.

Protecting Your Assets During Divorce

Divorce can be a complex and emotionally challenging process, especially when it comes to dividing assets. At The Hill Law Group, our experienced Las Vegas family lawyers are dedicated to protecting your financial interests during your divorce proceedings.