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Ohio Alimony Laws and Spousal Support
Ohio alimony or spousal support may be awarded to either party based upon the following factors:
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whether the spouse seeking support is the custodian of a child whose condition or circumstances make it appropriate for that spouse not to seek outside employment;
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the earning ability of both spouses;
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the income of both spouses, including marital property apportioned to each spouse and each spouse's ability to meet his or her needs independently;
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the needs and obligations of each spouse;
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the contribution of each spouse to the education, earning ability, and career building of the other spouse, including the spouse's contribution to the earning of a professional degree by the other spouse;
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the age of the spouses;
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the physical, mental, and emotional conditions of the spouses;
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the relative assets and liabilities of the spouses, including any court-ordered payments;
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the educational level of each spouse at the time of the marriage and at the time the action for support is commenced;
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the standard of living during the marriage;
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any pension or retirement benefits of either spouse;
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the duration of the marriage;
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the tax consequences of the award;
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the time and expense necessary for the spouse seeking support to acquire education, training, or job experience to obtain appropriate employment;
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the lost income producing capacity of either spouse resulting from marital responsibilities;
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any other relevant factor.