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How to change alimony?
My divorce was final a year ago. I agreed to a certain amount of alimony but after a year I can’t afford the amount I agreed to. Is there a possibility or is it worth it to try and amend thiis amount I agreed to. There were no lawyers involved in our divorce.
Asked on February 7, 2012 under Family Law, Florida
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Now may be the time to involve one. You need to bring what is known as a motion for modification of the agreement based upon a change in circumstances. A change in financial circumstances is generally enough. What worries me is that you really did not have a change in circumstances financially but you just didn't calculate correctly in the first place. That is where the lawyer comes in. Good luck.
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