Birmingham Alimony Attorney
Assisting with Cases throughout Jefferson County
At Ingram Law, LLC, our knowledgeable Birmingham alimony attorney guides people in many Alabama communities through a wide range of family law matters, including those related to alimony or spousal support. Attorney Joe Ingram understands how crucial these issues can be to divorcing spouses and their families.
He works tirelessly to resolve these matters as efficiently as possible while taking the time to understand the specific needs and goals of each person whom he represents. A divorce attorney like Mr. Ingram can play a key role in pursuing the financial support that you need or protecting you from paying a burdensome amount to your former spouse.
Get in touch with Ingram Law, LLC by contacting us online or calling (205) 335-2640.
What is Alimony?
Alimony – also known as spousal support – is money paid by one former spouse to another following a divorce. The money is often used to compensate a former spouse for the sale of the couple’s joint property. It may also be intended to help the receiving spouse keep up something close to the standard of living that the couple enjoyed during the marriage.
Types of Alimony in Alabama
Alimony comes in two forms under Alabama law: In gross or periodic.
- Alimony in gross is a lump sum payment made at one time. It is often used to divide the proceeds from the sale of a family home or to split up a joint bank account and stock holdings.
- Periodic alimony, on the other hand, is a series of payments made over time to help the receiving spouse cover his or her cost of living. The payments may be temporary or permanent and they end when either spouse dies or when the receiving spouse remarries or cohabitates with another person. Unlike alimony in gross, periodic payments may be modified over time.
Alimony payments may also raise tax questions. Alimony in gross payments is not considered taxable transactions by the IRS. Periodic payments, however, may be deducted from taxes by the paying spouse and are considered taxable income for the receiving spouse.
How is Alimony Determined in Alabama?
A judge considering a request for alimony looks at a number of factors, most of which center on the requesting spouse’s need for the money and the other spouse’s ability to pay.
Those factors include:
- The duration of the marriage
- Each spouse’s income and earning capacity
- The standard of living enjoyed by the couple during the marriage
Periodic alimony is rarely awarded in marriages of less than 10 years and is generally reserved for situations in which one spouse has been the primary financial provider for the length of the marriage. Courts usually also take a look at the age and health of the spouses and the value of their property.
Consult with an Experienced Alimony Attorney in Birmingham
If you are considering a divorce or are facing a spousal support dispute, our Birmingham alimony lawyer can help. Our firm has represented countless individuals in their alimony disputes. We are prepared to help you understand your rights and explore your options. Ingram Law, LLC proudly represents people throughout Jefferson County and the surrounding areas.
Contact our firm today by calling (205) 335-2640.
Get to Know Your Attorney
Learn More About Joe Ingram
Birmingham Criminal Defense Attorney Mr. Ingram is a native of Birmingham, Alabama. After earning his Bachelor’s Degree from Samford University, he worked for Alabama Power in Corporate Accounting. Mr. Ingram earned his law degree from Birmingham School of Law in 2002. While attending law school, Mr. Ingram worked as a law clerk in the Office of District Attorney for the Tenth Judicial Circuit in Jefferson County, Alabama. He has also served as an Assistant District Attorney in Baldwin County.
Proven Track Record
Hear From Our Satisfied Clients
-
"He was very communicative about any and every question I had or any updates he had for me."I definitely would use him again if the need arises for me.- David
-
"A wonderful attorney"Mr . Ingram is a very knowledgeable attorney and understanding. He worked out a wonderful deal.- Angela Jackson
-
"Absolutely Great!"Mr. Ingram deals with complicated cases and makes you feels at ease with a resolution. He looks out for your best interest. Honest and empathetic to your needs.- Anonymous
-
"Definitely a great attorney !"I had a issue that I needed an attorney to help me with. Mr. Ingram was the man to call upon. He answered my calls day and night. I would definitely recommend him!- Joe
-
"Excellent, Just Plain Excellent"Joe Ingram was the perfect attorney my wife and I needed as we faced being deposed in our ex-son-in-law’s child custody litigation. His broad experience made it easy for him to walk us through the process, provide guidance on answering questions, and counsel us on the preparation of requested documents. As a result, my wife and I confidently entered the deposition with little or no trepidation. Really, I cannot say enough nice things about him. I just know that if I ever need an attorney or legal advice in the future, he’ll be the one I call first.- Edgar Smith, USAF Retired
-
"Gets the Job Done"Thankful I chose to work with Joseph Ingram. He knows the law, made my case a priority and got the job done. Very Competent and trustworthy. I would 100% recommend Joeseph Ingram and work with him again.- GClark Johnson
-
"Amazing"If you ever find yourself in need of an exceptional lawyer that goes above and beyond Joe Ingram is that person. I personally found myself calling Joe on weekends, day, night, it did not make any difference. He always made himself available. Joe worked diligently for two years on my husband’s case and through it all kept us calm with continuously assurance “it’s going to be okay”. His case did come out much better than either of us could have imagined. I cannot begin to express my gratitude and appreciation to Joe.- Ms. Franklin
-
"Exceptional"My first meeting with Joe I felt as if I could trust him completely. I had a thousand questions and he patiently explained in an understandable way to me the answers. Joe took on my case. I was continually kept in the loop of the progress and of any issues along the way. Joe is an amazing attorney and a super nice person. I would highly recommend Joe if you ever need the best. Thank You Joe K. Franklin- Ken