Hillman & Hillman

In *Hillman & Hillman*, heard by Baumann J, the dispute concerned the division of a net property pool totalling $517,804. A related company was in liquidation, which was a factor in the proceedings.

The court was required to determine the appropriate division of the property pool, considering the non-financial contributions of the parties and their respective contribution-based entitlements. The court also had to decide whether an adjustment to the entitlements was warranted and, if so, to what extent.

Baumann J found that the non-financial contributions of the parties should be regarded as equal. Consequently, their contribution-based entitlements were also considered broadly equal. However, the court determined that an adjustment in favour of the husband of 12.5% was appropriate. The proceedings were adjourned for the pronouncement of orders consistent with these reasons.