Last Monday, at the Massachusetts State House, Governor Deval Patrick signed historic legislation to significantly reform the Commonwealth’s alimony law, simplifying and clarifying current definitions and requirements based on recommendations from a special task force that worked hundreds of hours researching the issue.
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Sep
27
Legislation overhauls Bay State alimony law
The duration of alimony will be capped and judges will have more flexibility on approving payments under a bill that Governor Deval Patrick is expected to sign today.
Sep
27
Bill reforms state alimony system
Governor Deval Patrick signed a bill Monday overhauling the state’s alimony laws. The bill sets limits on how long a spouse can receive alimony.