Rule of 65
A guideline in some jurisdictions suggesting permanent alimony when payor's age plus marriage years equals or exceeds 65.
Example
Under the Rule of 65, his age of 50 plus 17-year marriage qualified for permanent alimony consideration.
Canadian Equivalent
In Canada, this is referred to as Rule of 65 (referenced in SSAG for indefinite support eligibility — age + years of marriage ≥ 65).
Jurisdiction Variations
MASSACHUSETTS
Alimony Reform Act durational limits
Massachusetts uses specific percentages of marriage length for alimony duration, not Rule of 65
Related Terms
permanent-alimonydurational-alimonyalimony