Both processes also allow for solutions that differ from what a court might be able to order - such as a lump sum payment in
lieu of alimony.
Tennille v. Tennille, No. 99 - CV - 1001 & 00 - CV - 924 (District of Columbia Court of Appeals, February 14, 2002): The ex-husband appealed from the entry of default judgment on a breach of contract action where he agreed to pay his former wife a fixed percent of his income in
lieu of alimony.
Terms calling for payment of a lump sum in
lieu of alimony at an increasing scale according to the length of the marriage are common.
Not exact matches
For example, you can transfer more assets to your spouse in
lieu of ongoing
alimony payments.