Christy Bieber has a JD from UCLA School of Law and began her career as a college instructor and textbook author. She has been writing full time for over a decade with a focus on making financial and ...

Often used interchangeably, the terms alimony and spousal maintenance both refer to different types of financial support paid by one spouse to another, during or following a divorce. Understanding the ...

Even if one spouse earned far less than the other, chances are, they contributed to the overall success of the household. After a long marriage, a court may award permanent alimony. Being honest with ...