What happens to alimony if the payor dies?

In North Dakota, when the payor of alimony dies, the alimony agreement terminates. This means that any money owed by the payor in the form of alimony is no longer required to be paid. The beneficiary of the alimony is no longer able to collect the remainder of the money owed. The death of the payor will usually cause the termination of the alimony agreement. But in some cases, if the court had specified that the agreement will continue even after the death of the payor, then the agreement will not be terminated. This is known as a “survivorship clause” and is not very common. Upon the death of the payor, the beneficiary may have the option to file a lawsuit to collect any unpaid alimony, depending on the state’s laws. If the payor had a will, the beneficiary may also opt to try and get the alimony through probate court. It is important to note that it is the state that decides what will happen to the alimony upon the death of the payor. It is best to consult with a lawyer to understand the specifics of North Dakota’s laws on alimony and how they might be affected by the death of the payor.

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