Ayre and Ayre

In the matter of *Ayre and Ayre*, heard by Judge McGuire, the dispute concerned the division of property and spousal maintenance between the husband and wife. The court was required to determine the appropriate distribution of various assets and liabilities, including real estate, vehicles, business interests, and personal chattels, as well as to consider the wife's application for spousal maintenance.

The court's reasoning involved a comprehensive assessment of the parties' respective contributions and future needs in relation to the matrimonial assets and liabilities. The orders reflect a significant transfer of assets and assumption of liabilities by the husband, including a lump sum payment to the wife and the transfer of several properties and vehicles. Conversely, the wife was ordered to transfer certain assets to the husband, including another property and business benefits.

The final orders dictated a detailed division of property, with the husband being primarily responsible for a substantial portion of the assets and liabilities, including specific business liabilities and those incurred since separation. The wife was ordered to transfer her interest in certain assets to the husband and was to be solely responsible for liabilities incurred by her since separation. The wife's application for spousal maintenance was dismissed.