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Name: jackienj New Member   Title: Alimony calculations in NJ?

Does anyone know how long I have to ask for more alimony in the state of NJ? My XH just got a HUGE raise at work...our divorce was just finalized and I am wondering if it is worth going back and asking for this to be looked at again. Is this even possible? I found an interesting new case in NJ where a woman did get more post-judgment... http://www.weinbergerlawgroup.com/blog/ne
wjersey-law-divorce-separation/post-divor
ce-increase-in-income-impacts-new-ruling-
on-spousal-support-calculations-in-jersey
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--but don't know how common this is. Any insight is welcome!!

Name: Senzalimony4u New Member

I am divorced and my XW's income doubled almost immediately from her imputed income in the agreement. My income has stayed flat; Eight years later, she's fine. Should my alimony be reduced?

Name: Aaron Dishon New Member

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Name: Bari W New Member

Jackie,

I felt compelled to respond to your question because you referenced my firm's website in your question.

This issue is subjective on a case by case basis. The language set forth in your final judgment of divorce and settlement agreement will help determine if you have a viable claim for more alimony. Generally, the alimony that is established in an agreement is based on income earned during the marriage and therefore representative of the standard of living during the marriage (not post-judgment). However, there are certainly cases where you can re-open the issue... for instance, if he concealed the new job and new income during negotiations. If you are interested, you could also read our web-page related to modifying alimony payment - http://www.weinbergerlawgroup.com/Divorce
-and-Separation/Alimony-Maintenance-Spous
al-Support/Reducing-or-Ending-Alimony.htm
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Name: NJsmallbizdad New Member

He Jackienj,
Instead of looking for more Alimony from your ex why dont invest the time and energy in getting a job or getting your own raise for your own work

Name: Ruby2008 New Member

Seriously? If he lost his job, how understanding, how sympathetic, how fair woud you be to say without hesitation,"that's ok. I'll reduce my alimony."
Greedy. That's what you are. You are Divorced. Go take the piece of the pie you have and live in peace.