Deerborne and Firkom (No 2)

In the matter of *Deerborne and Firkom (No 2)*, heard before Cronin J, the proceedings concerned an application by S Pty Ltd for leave to intervene. The core of the dispute involved the intervention of S Pty Ltd into existing family law proceedings between the parties, Deerborne and Firkom.

The primary legal issue before the court was whether S Pty Ltd should be granted leave to intervene in the proceedings. This required the court to consider the nature of S Pty Ltd's interest and its ability to contribute to the resolution of the matters in dispute between the original parties.

Cronin J granted S Pty Ltd leave to intervene, ordering that the company file and serve a formal application detailing the specific orders it sought. The court also set a timetable for the adjourned final hearing, scheduled to commence on 30 November 2011, and made directions regarding the payment of fees, the issuance of subpoenas, and the exchange of evidence, including objections to affidavit material. The costs of the day were reserved, and it was certified that engaging counsel was reasonable.