According to Florida law, alimony can start prior to the filing of a dissolution of marriage, during the pendency of the divorce proceedings (temporary alimony), or from the date specified in the final judgment.
Alimony Unconnected with Dissolution of Marriage: In Florida, it is possible for a party to seek alimony without filing for divorce when the parties have a minor child. Unlike a dissolution of marriage proceeding, which requires a residency requirement of one party having lived in Florida for six months, seeking alimony this way is not subject to a residency requirement.
61.09 Alimony and child support unconnected with dissolution.—If a person having the ability to contribute to the maintenance of his or her spouse and support of his or her minor child fails to do so, the spouse who is not receiving support may apply to the court for alimony and for support for the child without seeking dissolution of marriage, and the court shall enter an order as it deems just and proper.
See Florida Statute 61.09. Additionally, See Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.904(b), Petition for Support Unconnected with Dissolution of Marriage with No Dependent or Minor Child.
Temporary Alimony: This type of alimony can be awarded during the pendency of the divorce proceedings and usually starts from the date specified in the court order. It is intended to provide support to a spouse who needs financial assistance while the divorce is ongoing. Temporary alimony starts from the date specified in the court order and continues until the final judgment of dissolution of marriage is entered or until further court order.
See: Florida Form 12.947(c) – Motion For Temporary Support And Other Relief With No Dependent Or Minor Child
Final Judgment Alimony: Alimony awarded in the final judgment of dissolution of marriage can start from the date specified in the final judgment. This can include various forms of alimony such as temporary, bridge-the-gap, rehabilitative, and durational. The specific start date is typically outlined in the final judgment.
See Florida Statute 61.08.
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