Massachusetts Alimony Reform Act

The Massachusetts Alimony Reform Act, enacted in 2011, established clear guidelines for alimony payments after a divorce. It created specific duration and payment standards based on the length of the marriage, ensuring fairness and predictability. The act distinguishes between types of alimony—temporary, rehabilitative, and permanent—and outlines circumstances under which payments can end or be modified, like remarriage of the recipient. Overall, the law aims to balance the financial needs of the receiving spouse with the paying spouse’s ability to contribute, promoting a more structured and equitable approach to alimony in Massachusetts.