The district court found appellant did not prove a substantial decrease in his earnings and denied his motion. The court granted respondent's motion for attorney fees. Appellant challenges the district court's denial of his motion for downward modification of maintenance and provision of attorney fees to respondent. Respondent requests attorney fees for defending this appeal. Modification of Spousal Maintenance Modification of maintenance awards is within the district court's broad discretion.
Deference is given to the district court's assessment of credibility of witnesses.
Minn. R. Civ. We will affirm if the determination has an acceptable and reasonable basis in fact. The party requesting modification has the burden of proving that a substantial change in circumstances has occurred. Appellant contends the district court's determination that he did not show a substantial change in circumstances is contrary to the facts in the record. Additionally, he asserts respondent's income has increased by thirty percent.