New Jersey Alimony Calculator

Calculate spousal support under New Jersey's 2014 Alimony Reform Act
Based on N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23

2014 Reform Act

4 Alimony Types

14 Statutory Factors

Types of Alimony in New Jersey

2014 Alimony Reform Act

New Jersey eliminated permanent alimony in 2014. The law now recognizes four types of alimony, with open durational alimony replacing permanent alimony for long-term marriages.

Open Durational Alimony

For marriages of 20+ years. Replaced permanent alimony in 2014. No set end date but subject to modification.

Duration: Indefinite (20+ year marriages)

Limited Duration Alimony

For shorter marriages. Cannot exceed the length of the marriage except in exceptional circumstances.

Duration: Up to length of marriage

Rehabilitative Alimony

To support a spouse getting education or training to become self-supporting.

Duration: Until rehabilitation complete

Reimbursement Alimony

To reimburse a spouse who supported the other through education or training.

Duration: Until reimbursement complete

Key Factors NJ Courts Consider

Length of Marriage

Critical factor determining alimony type. Marriages under 20 years get limited duration; 20+ years may qualify for open durational alimony.

Income Disparity

The difference in earning capacity between spouses is a primary factor in determining both need and ability to pay.

Standard of Living

Courts consider the standard of living established during the marriage and likelihood each party can maintain it.

Age and Health

Physical and emotional health of both parties affects their ability to become self-supporting.

Career Sacrifices

Time spent out of the workforce to support the marriage or raise children is considered.

Retirement Impact

Under 2014 reforms, alimony terminates when the payor reaches full Social Security retirement age.

All 14 Statutory Factors

Under N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23, courts must consider these factors when awarding alimony:

1. The actual need and ability of the parties to pay
2. The duration of the marriage
3. The age, physical and emotional health of the parties
4. The standard of living established during marriage and likelihood to maintain it
5. The earning capacities, educational levels, vocational skills of the parties
6. The length of absence from the job market of the party seeking alimony
7. The parental responsibilities for the children
8. The time and expense necessary to acquire sufficient education or training
9. The history of the financial or non-financial contributions to the marriage
10. The equitable distribution of property ordered
11. The income available to either party through investments
12. The tax treatment and consequences to both parties
13. The nature, amount, and length of pendente lite support paid
14. Any other factors the court deems relevant

New Jersey-Specific RulesMajor reforms enacted in 2014 (Alimony Reform Act)
No permanent alimony - replaced with open durational alimony
Limited duration alimony cannot exceed length of marriage
Presumptive termination at full Social Security retirement age (66-67)
Cohabitation by recipient may reduce or terminate alimony
No formula - judges have discretion within statutory factors

Important Legal Disclaimer

This calculator provides estimates only and is not legal advice. New Jersey does not use a mathematical formula for alimony - judges have discretion to weigh the statutory factors. Actual court orders may differ significantly from these estimates. Consult with a qualified New Jersey family law attorney for advice about your specific situation. Reference: N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23 (Alimony Reform Act of 2014).

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