Alimony, or spousal support, is a payment made by one spouse to the other during or after a divorce in New York. It can be temporary, permanent, rehabilitative, or restorative. Factors considered in determining alimony include income, marriage length, age and health, standard of living, and contributions to the marriage. The court calculates New York Divorce Law Alimony using a formula, considering both spouses' income and the length of the marriage. Termination of alimony can occur through remarriage, death, or agreement.
