In re the Dissolution of the Marriage of Craig

The husband appeals the dissolution of marriage decree contending the award of spouse support to the wife is unreasonable both as to amount and duration. Wife cross appeals that portion of the decree awarding her attorney fees, alleging they are inadequate.

The parties were married for 19 years. Both are in their early forties and in good health.1 The husband is a medical doctor specializing in internal medicine with a successful practice. His annual income has shown a steady increase and his projected earnings for 1976 were $90,000 to $95,000 with a reasonable expectation of increased future…