Almeida v. Almeida

OPINION

This case came before a panel of the Supreme Court for oral argument on January 16, 1996, pursuant to an order directing the defendant, Paul M. Almeida (Paul), to appear and show cause why the issues raised in his appeal should not be summarily decided. After hearing the arguments of counsel and examining the memoranda submitted by the parties, we are of the opinion that cause has not been shown, and the appeal will be decided at this time.

On May 3, 1989, Elizabeth J. Almeida (Elizabeth) was granted a final judgment of divorce from Paul. That judgment provided that Elizabeth and Paul…