Schneider v. Schneider

The division of property in a divorce case is peculiarly within the discretion of the trial court. An award of one third to the wife is a proper starting point, but this amount may be increased or decreased according to special circumstances.

In this case the wife is in ill-health, unable to work, and will be required to devote a substantial portion of time to raising the two children. Although Frank supported Helen’s older son during his minority, she was periodically employed and her earnings must have helped to some extent. The divorce was awarded to her. Although it is true that she was…