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Palimony is financial support payments for unmarried couples who were living together (cohabiting), and is similar to alimony for married couples. But some states only allow palimony suits if they are based on a written agreement.

In Hawaii, palimony is not recognized in the same way as alimony for married couples. Hawaii does not have specific statutes that address palimony, but the state's courts may consider the division of property and financial support for unmarried cohabiting couples under certain circumstances. The courts may enforce agreements between cohabiting partners if they are in writing and meet the requirements of a valid contract. This means that while there is no statutory provision for palimony, an individual in Hawaii may be able to seek financial support after the end of a non-marital cohabitation relationship if there is a written agreement that outlines such an arrangement. Without a written agreement, it may be challenging to claim palimony, but the courts may still consider the equitable distribution of jointly acquired property.

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