Alimony Modification Lawyer in Clearwater

Alimony Modification Backed by Over 40 Years of Family-Law Experience

At The Law Office Of Yeazell And Sweet, we represent people seeking to increase, decrease, or terminate an existing alimony award after a meaningful change in circumstances. We assess the current order or agreement, each party’s financial circumstances, and the legal basis for the requested modification.

An illness, disability, income change, retirement, or new relationship may affect the original support arrangement. These events don’t automatically change alimony, so we provide personalized consultations focused on what has changed and what you want to accomplish.

Call The Law Office Of Yeazell And Sweet today at (813) 285-5705 or contact us online to schedule a consultation with our Clearwater alimony modification attorneys.

Personalized Alimony Representation in Clearwater

Our firm combines extensive trial experience across hundreds of cases with the individual attention of a smaller practice. We thoroughly prepare each case, provide regular updates, and communicate clearly about the legal and financial issues that may shape an alimony modification request.

We also understand the sensitive nature of family-law disputes and the procedures used in Clearwater and Pinellas County. Our familiarity with local courts and judges helps us prepare clients for each stage while keeping their circumstances and goals at the center of the representation.

Types of Alimony in Florida

Bridge-the-gap alimony may provide temporary support while the receiving party moves toward financial independence. It can’t extend beyond two years.

Bridge-the-gap alimony isn’t modifiable in amount or duration. It ends upon either party’s death or the receiving party’s remarriage.

Other forms of alimony in Florida include:

• Durational alimony: Support awarded for a defined period, with different rules governing modification of the payment amount and duration.
• Rehabilitative alimony: Support connected to a specific plan intended to help the receiving party develop the capacity for self-support.

Each form has its own duration and eligibility requirements. The type of alimony, the final judgment or marital settlement agreement, and the requested change all affect what relief may be available.

Common Reasons for Alimony Modification in Florida

Florida Statutes Section 61.14 allows a party to request an increase, decrease, or confirmation of support when circumstances or the financial ability of either party changes. A court evaluates the evidence and applicable law, so a changed circumstance doesn’t guarantee that alimony will be modified or terminated.

Situations that may warrant an alimony-modification review include:

• Changes in salary, including demotions, promotions, or raises
• Receipt of an inheritance or significant gift
• Changes in medical needs or health insurance coverage
• Illness or injury affecting either party’s finances
• The loss of a job or retirement
• Remarriage
• A disability affecting either party
• Extended unemployment

Income and employment claims may require records showing what changed, when it changed, and how the change affects need or ability to pay. Retirement requests can involve age, health, work history, available benefits, the reason for retirement, and the financial effect on both parties.

A new relationship doesn’t automatically end support. Florida law addresses a “supportive relationship,” meaning a relationship with financial or economic characteristics that may affect the receiving party’s need for alimony. The facts and statutory requirements must be evaluated before seeking termination.