Peterson v. Peterson

ALTENBERND, Judge.

Cristen Rivard Peterson appeals a “Final Judgment of Dissolution” of his marriage to Lori Ann Peterson. He raises several issues, primarily complaining that the trial court did not make specific findings with respect to equitable distribution and alimony. Although we can empathize with the trial court’s frustration in this case, we conclude that it has not finished its work and that the “final judgment” is not a final appealable order. Accordingly, we must dismiss this appeal and require the trial court to enter a final order.

The parties married in 1988 and have three…