Stevenson-Kelsey Spousal Support Calculator

* DIRECTIONS FOR USE:

  
We have provided this calculator to both educate and assist the public.  Because the calculation of alimony can be difficult and fact-specific we suggest that you consult with an attorney when using this calculator.  Whether you are a layperson or an attorney, please do not hesitate to call either Attorney Scott Stevenson at (781) 741-5000 or Attorney Justin Kelsey at (508) 655-5980 to discuss the correct use of the calculator.   You can also learn more about us and our firms by visiting our websites:  
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When using the calculator please keep in mind the following:
  • The formulas presented below assume no child support and insufficient assets for an alimony buyout.
  • These formulas are provided as guidelines and should not be substituted for critical analysis of the facts of each individual case by qualified counsel.
  • There is not currently any formula enacted or endorsed by the Massachusetts Legislature.
  • The amount of alimony is dependent on the consideration of many factors (as described in M.G.L. c. 208 Section 34).
  • Nevertheless, these formulas have proven to be a valuable resource in helping parties understand a reasonable potential range of spousal support orders.
  • The sources for each formula are referenced in the accompanying article which can be accessed by clicking below.

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The Stevenson/Kelsey Spousal Support Calculator:
A Tool for Computing Suggested Alimony Payments in Divorce Cases


Enter the following information (do not use commas in fields requiring numeric values) and view results of the various formulas below:
Enter county of jurisdiction ..............................
Enter docket number .......................................
Enter name of Plaintiff ...................................
Enter name of Defendant ................................
Enter name of Preparer ..................................
Enter preparation date ....................................
Enter length of marriage in years ....................
Enter payor spouse's gross annual income .......
Enter payee spouse's gross annual income .......
Enter payor spouse's net annual income¹ .........
Enter payee spouse's net annual income¹ .........
Support Formula* Suggested Order Resulting Gross Income
  Annually: Weekly:  Payor:  Payee:
MBA-BBA Joint Task Force (max) .....................
Old 1/3 - 1/3 - 1/3 .............
Ginsburg Formula ............
Scandurra Formula ..........
AAML .............................
AZ - Maricopa County.......
CA - Santa Clara County¹.
KS - Johnson County .......
Pennsylvania¹ ..................
VA - Fairfax County ........
Duration Formula* Months Years
MBA-BBA Joint Task Force (MA) (maximum) .......
Ginsburg Formula (maximum) ...............................
Scandurra Formula (maximum) .............................
AAML ...................................................................
CA - Santa Clara County (minimum) ....................
Kansas - Johnson County (maximum) ...................
¹ Net annual income is used for the California and Pennsylvania formulas and the definition varies by jurisdiction. For the purposes of consistency, we suggest using Gross Income less state and federal taxes, FICA, Medicare, Medical Insurance and Union Dues.
To convert annual or monthly amounts to weekly ones, or vice versa, simply type the amount to be converted in the appropriate box below, press TAB, then type the result in the applicable field in the table. Amounts in Table and in Worksheet are rounded off to the nearest dollar.
 
  Annual >>> >>> Weekly  
   
  Monthly >>> >>> Weekly  
   
 
  Weekly >>> >>> Annual  
   
  Weekly >>> >>> Monthly  
   
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