19-6-5
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19-6-5.
(a)
The finder of fact may grant permanent alimony to either party, either from the
corpus of the estate or otherwise. The following shall be considered in
determining the amount of alimony, if any, to be awarded:
(1)
The standard of living established during the marriage;
(2)
The duration of the marriage;
(3)
The age and the physical and emotional condition of both parties;
(4)
The financial resources of each party;
(5)
Where applicable, the time necessary for either party to acquire sufficient
education or training to enable him to find appropriate employment;
(6)
The contribution of each party to the marriage, including, but not limited to,
services rendered in homemaking, child care, education, and career building of
the other party;
(7)
The condition of the parties, including the separate estate, earning capacity,
and fixed liabilities of the parties; and
(8)
Such other relevant factors as the court deems equitable and proper.
(b)
All obligations for permanent alimony, however created, the time for performance
of which has not arrived, shall terminate upon remarriage of the party to whom
the obligations are owed unless otherwise provided.