Kennedy v. Kennedy

George Kennedy appeals from a final judgment of dissolution, alleging several points of error. We find merit in Mr. Kennedy’s assertion that there is no adequate basis in the record to support the trial court’s award of rehabilitative alimony. We reverse that award and remand to the trial court for further proceedings.

The record in this case is devoid of evidence that the former wife contemplates any retraining, further education, or other “rehabilitation” to enhance her earning ability. Ms. Kennedy worked prior to and throughout most of the more than seven years she was married to Mr.…