A court may award alimony after a final divorce decree if it finds alimony is necessary. The court then weighs factors such as relative earnings, earning capacity, the standard of living established during the marriage, the length of the marriage, and the time needed for a dependent spouse to become self-supporting.
What qualifies you for alimony in PA?
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