Can alimony be modified?

Yes, alimony can be modified in Kansas. Under Kansas law, alimony may be changed by the court if there is a substantial and continuing change in circumstances since the court’s original order. For example, a change in the earning ability of a spouse or a disability that prevents a spouse from working could cause a court to modify an alimony order. Also, after three or more years from the entry of an initial order, the court may modify or terminate alimony. A petition to modify or terminate alimony must be filed with the court. In any modification of alimony, all the circumstances must be considered by the court, including the financial resources of both parties, their reasonable needs, and any other relevant facts. The court may also modify an alimony order if a written settlement agreement is entered into between the parties. The settlement agreement must be approved by the court and it must provide that the court may modify the agreement, and the agreement may be modified by the court as justice and equity require. Thus, under Kansas law, alimony may be modified and terminated under certain conditions. It is important for someone seeking a modification of alimony to bring a petition to the court, or enter into a settlement agreement, to obtain a modified order.

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