In re the Marriage of Christensen

Husband appeals a judgment of dissolution, challenging the trial court’s awards of spousal support and child support. We review de novo, ORS 19.125(3), and modify the judgment.

At the time of trial husband was 49 years old, and wife was 42. They were married for 21 years and have two children, ages 20 and 18. The older child does not live with either parent.

Husband is the sole shareholder of an auto body shop. He reported income for federal tax purposes of $53,500 in 1985, $38,150 in 1986, $46,900 in 1987, $46,850 in 1988, $58,900 in 1989, $46,300 in 1990 and $49,936 in 1991. In 1992, husband…