Cohabitation Clause
A provision terminating or modifying alimony when the recipient begins living with a romantic partner.
Example
The cohabitation clause ended his alimony obligation when she moved in with her boyfriend.
Jurisdiction Variations
NEW-JERSEY
Cohabitation (statutory basis for modification)
New Jersey allows alimony modification or termination upon proof of cohabitation
FLORIDA
Supportive Relationship
Florida uses 'supportive relationship' as grounds for alimony modification (broader than cohabitation)
Related Terms
alimony-terminationalimony-modificationspousal-support