Hopefully, your alimony agreement will proceed without incident. There are times, however, when the supporting spouse will unexpectedly cease required payments. In these instances, the team at Boyd Collar Nolen Tuggle & Roddenbery is ready to assist.
Georgia law provides protection for spouses in these situations. The spouse who feels the alimony order has been violated may petition the same court that issued the order with a complaint for contempt, which sets in motion a series of legal processes designed to hold parties accountable.
Should the court determine that the supporting spouse has willfully neglected their alimony obligations, one outcome is to charge the supporting party with contempt of court. This is punishable by a jail sentence or mandatory participation in a diversionary program until their obligations are paid in full. If the supporter is unable to pay, their wages may be garnished until the debt is satisfied.
Our team will help you determine the best strategies for restoring payments you are owed. We have litigated countless cases and know how to best argue on your behalf. This is especially crucial for high-net-worth spouses. Should you find yourself unable to meet the terms of your alimony agreement, our attorneys are diligent about avoiding court involvement and will help you find alternative solutions well beforehand.
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