What factors will a court consider when deciding whether a payment is alimony or property division?

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


The distinction is based on the intent of the parties as evidenced by the labels they used, whether they used contingencies, the method of payment, and the kind of property transferred.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The federal rule of civil procedure that governs when an answer to a complaint shall be served is?

A. ?7(c). B. ?12(a). C. ?15. D. ?54(c).

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One of your firm's clients has an annoying trait: The man is old and hard of hearing and resents being corrected, no matter how wrong he is. He brings a friend with him during a visit to the office and, in front of you, tells the friend that you are one of the associate attorneys. As a legal assistant you should:

A) Correct him immediately even though it means some embarrassment B) Quietly explain to the friend that you are a legal assistant and explain your position, even though the client cannot hear what you are saying C) Advise your attorney of the situation and have him explain your position to the client D) Go along with it, as it's quite the compliment he has paid you

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