Zuger v. Zuger

MESCHKE, Justice.

[¶ 1] William P. Zuger [Bill] appealed a divorce decree to challenge the division of property, the award of permanent spousal support, and the award of attorney fees. Mary Zuger cross-appealed to challenge joint custody and visitation. We affirm in part, reverse in part, and remand with directions.

I. FACTS

[¶ 2] Bill and Mary were married in 1977. They have two sons, born in 1980 and 1983. The marriage was turbulent and, on at least two occasions, Bill physically abused Mary.

[¶ 3] When they were married, Bill practiced in a law firm started by his father, and Mary worked as a…