No, there is nothing in writing. It's been like pulling teeth getting him to go to mediation. There are no divorce papers filed. Can I be awarded support without divorce? We have been separated for two years during which time he has been giving me money to live on. I have gone back to school and recently got a teaching job. He believes that his obligation is over. The problem for me is that I am sixty and will not be able to retire on the salary I will be getting unless he supplements it. I helped him raise two of his children. Helped him pay a large debt that he brought to the marriage. Helped us get back on our feet when he unsuccessfully went into business for himself. Went through many, many lean years with him. Left my home and friends to come here so that he could advance in his career. He is making 80K a year and wants to keep it for himself so that he can continue to have his big Harley, take vacations with his girlfriend, keep paying on 50 acres he recently bought, drive around in a very expensive truck, have a savings account and retire. I feel like I'm getting the bums rush!