Ducatti and Tritton and Anor

This matter concerned an application before McClelland J. The dispute involved the Applicant and the First and Second Respondents, with the specific nature of their disagreement not detailed in the provided text. The court's orders indicate a complex family law proceeding requiring significant preparation and expert input.

The court was required to determine the appropriate procedural steps and timelines for the ongoing litigation. This included setting a new hearing date, managing the payment of single expert fees, and establishing deadlines for the filing and service of affidavits by the parties. Furthermore, the court addressed specific aspects of the applications concerning whether the matter should proceed undefended.

McClelland J's reasoning, as evidenced by the orders, focused on ensuring a fair and efficient progression of the case. The court applied the Family Law Rules 2004 to govern the parties' conduct, particularly in relation to seeking clarification from single experts. The adjournment of the hearing and the reservation of costs indicate that the court considered the need for further evidence and submissions before making final determinations.

The court made several orders, including adjourning the hearing to commence on 3 June 2019, requiring parties to pay their share of single expert fees by 30 January 2019, and setting strict deadlines for the filing of affidavits. The court also adjourned specific parts of the applications concerning undefended proceedings to 15 March 2019, and reserved costs.