Post-Divorce Alimony

Understanding the Process 🙅‍♂️

After a series of ups and downs, Lian Hua’s marriage has finally ended, and the subsequent step is seeking alimony from her former husband. But how is post-divorce alimony handled? Let’s delve deeper into this matter.

Alimony Granted at the Time of Divorce

Before determining the amount of alimony, the court considers the existing income and financial resources of both parties.

Determining Alimony Amount

The sum of alimony is contingent upon the financial needs and responsibilities of both parties following the dissolution of the marriage. The court may also order the responsible party to ensure the payment of alimony.

Termination of Alimony Orders

If the divorced spouse benefiting from the court’s order remarries or commits adultery, the alimony order may be terminated.

Employer Deductions for Alimony

Ah Shan, an office worker, can have alimony deducted directly from his salary. His employer will transfer the specified amount to the recipient.

Alimony for Their Children

Children from the dissolved marriage are eligible to receive alimony. Factors considered by the court include:
📌 Children’s financial needs, such as food, tuition fees, and educational expenses.
✅ Parent’s income, assets, and other financial resources.
✅ Family’s standard of living before the marriage breakdown.
✅ Any physical or mental disabilities the child might have.
✅ The manner in which the child is being educated or nurtured.
✅ Alimony will cease when the child reaches 18 years old or completes higher education (whichever occurs later).
✅ If the child has a physical or mental disability, alimony will cease when the child turns 18 or the disability no longer exists (whichever occurs later).

🙋‍♀️ Editor’s Note: When divorcing, if your husband is incapacitated due to physical or mental disabilities and unable to support himself, you might be required to provide alimony.