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Assignment:
A former secretary petitions a court for alimony. She tells the court she will return to work as a secretary but still needs alimony. Her husband, however, argues that she is capable of earning a higher salary as a paralegal.
Instructions
Review the scenario above. See Crabill v. Crabill, 119 Md. App. 249, 704 A.2d 532 (Court of Special Appeals 1998).
In a new discussion post, answer the following questions:
•What factors would a court in your state consider in awarding alimony in this situation?
•Assuming the husband is correct, under what circumstances should the court refuse to take into account the higher salary that she could earn as a paralegal? Under what circumstances should the court take into account untapped earning potential?
In this day and age, do you think one spouse should have to support another spouse after a divorce? Why or why not?
•Are you or someone you are close to divorced? Was alimony awarded in the case? Why or why not? Consider sharing the facts of your story if you are comfortable.