Some of the durational limits set forth in the new Alimony Act is if its solely being filed because of the “durational limits”.  If your married for 5 years or less the Modification can be filed on or after March 1, 2013.  If you are married 10 years or less the Modification can be filed on or after March 1, 2014.  If you are married 15 years or less; but more than 10 years, the Modification can be filed on or after March 1, 2015.  If you are married 20 years or less; but more than 15, the Modification can be filed on or after September 1, 2015.

In addition, anyone who is eligible for full old age benefits under the United States Old Age Disability and Survivor Insurance Act or will become eligible on or before March 1, 2015 can file a Modification on or after March 1, 2013.  This does not mean that you can not file a Modification if there are other circumstances that have changed; or that would allow you to file a Modification and then have both reasons. Again, this is regarding the Alimony Reform Act in Massachusetts.