A divorce is never a thing of beauty. Generally speaking marital assets get split down the middle and he could be on the line for spousal support and child support if there are any kids. Attorneys ask for the universe for their clients, so the demands before settlement are always outlandish. My brother went through a similar situation several years ago, and thought he would not survive. It was really hard for him for a while but he put his life back together, Now he is remarried and has a good life. His ex wife on the other hand, married another loser and lives on welfare. Keep encouraging him and be supportive. He needs it Than God things get better