Dohdi and Mehmet

The dispute in *Dohdi and Mehmet* concerned the division of matrimonial assets, specifically monies held in a controlled monies account. The matter came before Foster J of the Family Court of Australia.

The primary legal issue before the Court was how to equitably divide the funds held in trust between the husband and wife. This required the Court to consider the principles of property settlement within the context of a marriage.

Foster J ordered that the monies held in the controlled monies account, including any accrued interest, be divided such that the wife receives 65 per cent and the husband receives 35 per cent. The parties were directed to sign all necessary documents to give effect to this division, with the wife having the discretion to direct how her share would be distributed.