NEBRASKA Part 36

PART III- COMMON TERMS THAT ARE USED IN DIVORCE

We have arranged this section in alphabetical order. We have tried to use the most common terms so it will be easy for you to find what you need. 

ALIMONY

Alimony is money one spouse is ordered to pay for the other's support. Before the judge orders alimony, he/she will consider how long you were married, if you are able to support yourself, etc. For example, say you have been married 25 years and have not worked for the last 20. It will be difficult for you to find a job. You may need to go back to school in order to learn skills that allow you to re-enter the job market. In this case, the judge could order that your spouse support you, at least until you are able to support yourself. If you were disabled and could not work at all, the judge could order that support be paid for your lifetime or until you remarry. Alimony almost always stops when you remarry