In re the Marriage of Gifford

In this dissolution case, husband contends that the trial court’s division of the parties’ property was inequitable, that the award to wife of $750 per month permanent spousal support was unwarranted, and that the judgment given in favor of wife’s attorney for fees was improper. Wife cross-appeals, requesting an increase in her award.

The parties were married for twenty-nine years. Husband is 49 years old and wife is 46. Husband enjoys good health and is employed as a shift supervisor, with a gross salary of $3,100 per month. Wife, on the other hand, lacks a high school degree, has virtually…