Kirsten Hughes

Following a family law trial addressing unresolved corollary relief issues after separation, the court determined income for support purposes, spousal support entitlement, child support, access terms, and disposition of the matrimonial home.

The court held that a non‑taxable per diem employment allowance should be included as income for support calculations, though not grossed up for tax purposes, distinguishing cases where such allowances strictly offset additional family residence costs.

The court declined to impute income to the applicant spouse given her recent separation, caregiving responsibilities, and retraining plans.

Applying the Spousal Support Advisory Guidelines, the court ordered mid‑range spousal support and confirmed retroactive support calculations using actual income for the relevant year.

The matrimonial home was ordered listed for sale and access provisions were set for Christmas and professional activity days.