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Massachusetts Alimony Reform Act

Summary

Sets limits on the duration and amount of spousal support based on the length of the marriage and establishes clear rules for when alimony ends.

Rights & Rules

  • 01.
    Right to have alimony terminate automatically upon the payor reaching full retirement age
  • 02.
    Right to request a reduction in alimony if the recipient begins cohabiting with a partner
  • 03.
    Right to clear expectations of how long support payments will last

Penalties

  • 01.
    Wage garnishment for failure to pay support
  • 02.
    Property liens
  • 03.
    Contempt of court for violating support orders

Verified Citations

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