Billingham v. Billingham, Unpublished Decision (2-16-2001)

OPINION

Defendant-appellant James R. Billingham appeals from a decision modifying his monthly spousal support obligation owed to his former wife, plaintiff-appellee Mary Ann D. Billingham, from $1,600 to $1,000. Mr. Billingham argues that the trial court abused its discretion by not further reducing his spousal support obligation in light of his retirement and concomitant reduction in income.

We conclude that the trial court properly balanced Mrs. Billingham's need for spousal support against Mr. Billingham's ability to pay; therefore, the trial court did not abuse its discretion by not…