{"id":12,"count":1,"description":"In Georgia, <strong>alimony<\/strong> is a court-ordered financial support payment made by one spouse to the other spouse following a divorce. Alimony is intended to ensure that both parties maintain a standard of living that is similar to the one they enjoyed during the marriage, at least until the receiving spouse can become self-sufficient.\r\n\r\nThe court considers several factors when determining whether to award alimony and the amount to be paid. These factors include the length of the marriage, the standard of living established during the marriage, the age and health of each spouse, the earning capacity of each spouse, the contributions of each spouse to the marriage, and any other factors deemed relevant by the court.\r\n\r\nIt is important to note that in Georgia, adultery may be considered a factor when determining whether to award alimony. If the court finds that the recipient spouse committed adultery, it may reduce or eliminate the amount awarded.\r\n\r\nIn addition, either spouse may request a modification of alimony if there is a substantial change in circumstances, such as a change in the income or earning capacity of either spouse or the remarriage of the recipient spouse. A modification request may also be filed if the recipient spouse is not making reasonable efforts to become self-sufficient.\r\n\r\nOverall, alimony in Georgia is a means of providing financial support to a spouse who may not be able to support themselves following a divorce. 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