Alimony Quiz - Part One

Alimony Quiz
Do I have a claim for alimony?

First read the section on “A Few Facts About Alimony” above.
Next take a quick look at some Information About Your Income.

It is very important to remember that every case is different, as is every judge and every divorce. These quizzes are only guides based on trends in Maryland courts, your outcome could be greatly different then what is predicted here.

Part One of the Quiz

Your success in a claim for alimony depends on a wide range of factors. Part One of the Quiz gives you a rough idea of your chances for success. Part Two gives a fuller picture. Remember, this is a complex issue and the Quiz will only provide a guide post.

How long have you been married? Select a range.
The court will consider your age. Select a range.
Calculate the Difference in Your Incomes (See the Income Calculation Section for help to answer this question)
Points:
My Part One Quiz RESULTS	(for a fuller picture, take Part Two)
Below 7 points:	It doesn’t look good!
7-10 points:	You may receive some amount of alimony for a limited time.
11-12 points:	There is a good indication that you have a claim. You may even receive indefinite alimony. What do some judges say? A quick summary of how these factors were considered by Maryland judges in indefinite alimony cases.

Go to Part Two of the Quiz
(Remember your Part One results. You will need to enter them in Part Two.)

Source: Maryland Legal Assistance Network

Last legal review 7/27/01 (MLAN/AC/DD)

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