Denning and Denning (No 2)

In *Denning and Denning (No 2)*, the parties were husband and wife, and the dispute concerned financial matters within their marriage. The decision was made by Young J in the Family Court of Australia.

The central legal issue before the court was how to best obtain a clear and accurate understanding of the parties' financial position, particularly concerning past profits, income, and the current pool of assets derived from their commercial ventures and businesses. This was necessary to facilitate a resolution of the financial aspects of their marital dispute.

Young J's reasoning focused on the need for a comprehensive and updated financial analysis. To achieve this, the court ordered that the husband and a chartered accountant engaged by the wife, Mr F, confer to discuss Mr F's previous reports to the Court. The purpose of this conference was to provide an updated financial analysis. Following this discussion, Mr F was to prepare a report for the Court detailing the outcome of the conference and identifying any further required documentation or information. The court also vacated the previously scheduled defended hearing date to allow for these steps to be undertaken.