Learn about alimony

Is there a feeling more nerve-wracking than the one you get waiting for a family court judge to issue a decision? After all, these ruli...

For some people getting divorced, the idea of finding someone new is the furthest thing from their minds. For others, divorce is actual...

Until 2018, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) allowed paying spouses to deduct spousal support payments and required the receiving spo...

Divorce brings a tidal wave of emotions, among them uncertainty. Who will keep the house? Where will my children live? Will I have to p...

You’re probably familiar with terms such as “child custody” and “alimony.” However, you may not hear thos...

At Robinson & Henry, we understand that divorce is one of the most stressful events you’ll experience in your lifetime. Our k...

Download the 10 Signs Your Spouse is Hiding Assets guide.  You probably trusted the person you married. But divorce can twist spouses i...

One of your priorities as a parent is supporting your children, both financially and emotionally. However, your financial circumstances...

The late American actor John Barrymore observed a century ago that “You never realize how short a month is until you pay alimony.” Barr...

Alimony, often called spousal maintenance or spousal support in Colorado, refers to periodic payments made by a higher-earning spouse t...

In Colorado, spousal maintenance, also known as “alimony,” is often awarded to one spouse after divorce. Most people know t...

You do not need a lawyer to get a divorce in Colorado, but you risk a bad settlement if you do it by yourself. For some people, a D-I-Y...

The sudden loss of employment can catch anyone off guard. You may lose certainty over what you can afford until you find a new job — an...

Let’s be honest, few people who are getting a divorce want to financially support their ex-spouse in the future. In Colorado, though, m...

Spousal maintenance, commonly referred to as alimony or spousal support, is meant to get the lower-earning spouse back on their feet af...

Unfortunately, divorce can bring out the worst in people. Your spouse may waste marital assets, lie about having an affair, or try to c...

Often in a marriage, one spouse will earn a higher income than the other. The other spouse may work part-time, handle household duties,...

Modifications to alimony, legally known as spousal support in Texas, can be difficult to receive. We provide answers to some of the mos...

It has been called “the ransom that the happy pay to the devil.” Then again, when it comes to alimony, you rarely find anyone who is ha...

Calculating spousal maintenance can get tricky in Texas divorce cases. This article answers some common questions about this issue and ...

For many years, family law was not particularly friendly to men. Courts often relied on antiquated gender roles to make decisions about...

Divorcing Coloradans may be surprised to learn that some retirement benefits can count as income for alimony determination. in Colorado...

Parents getting divorced who already have preexisting child support obligations may wonder how they’ll meet all of their financial resp...

Colorado courts consider a number of factors when awarding alimony including how much each spouse makes. Determining your income can be...

Divorce is a painful process. There’s no denying that. It’s perfectly acceptable to want to get it over with as quickly as possible. Ho...

Colorado is considered to be an alimony-friendly state. So, if you’re contemplating divorce or have already begun the process, we encou...

Alimony, also referred to as spousal support or spousal maintenance, is a legal obligation one spouse has to provide financial support ...

The outcome of your custody or divorce case can have major implications on your life for years to come. If you believe the judge made a...

A lack of financial resources can keep people stuck in an abusive marriage. Your spouse may limit your access to money, earn a higher i...

This is a common scenario: spouses decide to end their marriage, and they don’t want to drag it out; but one of them is concerned havin...

Divorcing couples with substantial assets have additional considerations when it comes to spousal maintenance and property division. If...

For many years, family law was not particularly friendly to men. Courts often relied on antiquated gender roles to make decisions about...

Modifications to divorce decrees may be difficult, and having an experienced attorney on your side is almost a necessity.

If you’re like many people in the midst of divorce, your heart sinks every time you think about the issue of alimony. You may feel disc...

A common question our family law attorneys receive from individuals considering or in the midst of divorce is: will I lose my retiremen...

Divorce is never easy. If you are contemplating leaving a spouse who has a disability, matters become further complicated. Your spouse ...

This guide reviews “why” hire an attorney and how to find the right attorney for your divorce.

You know you’re unhappy in your marriage, but you don’t know what to do about it. You tried marriage counseling or couples’ therapy, bu...