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ABA Family Legal Guide
Family Law
3.4 Separation, Annulment, and Divorce
Alimony/Maintenance
What is alimony or maintenance?
Alimony, maintenance, or spousal support is money paid from one spouse to another for day-to-day support of the spouse with fewer financial resources. Sometimes alimony also can be used to pay back a debt.
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