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Enforcement of alimony during the separation phase


Procedure

An application to enforce separation maintenance can only be filed by a lawyer.

  • The further course of the court proceedings is essentially governed by the provisions on civil proceedings.
  • The court sends the application to the defendant. The respondent is given the opportunity to comment.
  • The family court then sets an amount for maintenance.
  • The court may order the parties to provide information about their income, assets, and personal and economic circumstances. If you and your former (spouse) partner do not comply with this order, the court can independently obtain information, e.g. from employers or insurance companies.

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