When does an alimony obligation begin?

In Kansas, an alimony obligation usually begins on the date that a divorce decree is issued. Alimony, also known as spousal support, is a court-ordered payment from one spouse to the other. Generally, it is paid to the spouse with fewer financial resources, in order to help them maintain the same standard of living they had while the couple was married. In some cases, an alimony obligation may begin even earlier. For example, if a temporary marital separation agreement is in place, the court may order alimony payments to start at an earlier point. In addition, the court may order alimony payments to start even before the divorce case has been finalized. In such cases, an alimony obligation can begin even without a divorce decree. Conversely, if the parties agree to a marital settlement agreement (MSA), the alimony obligation can be delayed until that agreement is executed or until a court approves it. If the MSA does not provide for alimony, then there will not be an alimony obligation. In summary, an alimony obligation in Kansas usually begins on the date that a divorce decree is issued. However, the court may order payments to start earlier, or even before the divorce, if there is a temporary marital separation agreement in place or if the parties agree to an MSA.

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