Some Judges won’t. However, my current female friend has been divorced 10 years, and unlike many, she wanted out, she wanted the house she essentially bought with proceeds from the sale of her non marital home, and no alimony. She was told to pay $475/ moth support for two children….that was it. However, in the final hearing, the Judged reminded her that she was entitled to alimony, and asked her several times if she were sure of what she was giving up. She did, and her ex has not paid one dime in support since . Owes about $80K and because he is a hopeless drunk, she has never made an issue out of it. I will also mention her youngest daughter is 24 and challenged with health issues……she did it all alone, and confesses she preferred doing so just not to deal with him. BRAVO!
My kinda woman…..strong, smart, mature, and a lot of fun. To everyone going through a divorce, or thinking about it, it gets better in so many ways.
I can even be in the same room with my ex and not get upset anymore……

Like you, I made it clear I was going to the wall with alimony, so she gladly took a buyout.

Hang in there all. I still have my moments, but it gradually gets better…..even though it is so much different. Being treated nicely takes al lot of energy, trust, and patience. It’s normal.