Hingham, MA family law attorney Nicole Levy explains whether or not alimony is guaranteed in Massachusetts. She explains that alimony is not guaranteed in Massachusetts. The courts consider a variety of factors when determining whether to award alimony, including the parties’ incomes, the marital lifestyle, the financial needs of each party, and the ability of the person who might pay alimony to meet those obligations. Because of these considerations, there is no certainty that alimony will be awarded.