In re Marriage of Potts

The respondent father, Norris P. Lohman, filed a petition for a rule to show cause, alleging that the petitioner mother, Judith L. Potts, had failed to pay one-half of their children’s educational expenses as provided by a September 16, 1983, court order. After a hearing on the merits, the trial court denied Norris’ petition, holding that his claim was barred by principles of res judicata and estoppel. He appeals.

The record reveals that the parties’ marriage was dissolved on July 8, 1976. Custody of the couple’s three minor children, Rick, Steve, and Chris, was awarded to Judith. Pursuant to…