DeKoeyer v. DeKoeyer

This is an appeal by defendant from an order denying his motion to modify the 1979 final order and decree for divorce from plaintiff. Defendant had sought, through his motion, to reduce or eliminate his $35.00 per week alimony obligation.

On appeal defendant claims the court erred by excluding evidence and in failing to apply the criteria enumerated in 15 V.S.A. § 752. Further, defendant challenges the lower court’s findings; claims the court abused its discretion; and argues, against “permanent” maintenance orders, on policy grounds. We affirm.

Plaintiff requested an award of attorney fees and…