The continuing need for alimony in the modern era is a hot topic in the divorce courts. New Jersey is in the process of a major change in their alimony laws. The following are some of the more significant changes:
• In the case of marriages that lasted less than twenty years, alimony also can not last longer than twenty years, unless it is determined that exceptional circumstances exist.
• Judges could end alimony payments if the recipient lives with a partner, even if they don’t marry.
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• Judges could lower alimony payments if the payer is unemployed for 90 days or more.
· The law applies mostly, but not only, to future marriages.
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An interesting comment made by a N.J. legislator… “Judges are not supposed to be making the law. This body is.
Laws instituted in one state often lay the groundwork and the inspiration for other states to adopt new laws.Therefore, even if you don’t live in New Jersey, and this is a topic that interests you, be aware of legislation that might arise in the state you live in.
