Howard v Kassim

Case

[2025] QSC 50

24 March 2025


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Howard v Kassim [2025] QSC 50 [2025] QSC 50 24 March 2025

CaseChat Overview and Summary

In the matter of Howard v Kassim, the plaintiff sought summary judgment against the defendant in an action that was straightforward and without dispute. The proceedings were conducted in a state court. The plaintiff's application for summary judgment was dismissed, and a costs order was made against her. The court indicated that costs would be fixed, directing the parties to file relevant material. The defendant provided reliable information on the quantum of the costs.

The central legal issue before the court was to determine the appropriate quantum of costs to be awarded. The court had to consider the nature of the case, which was described as simple, and the material provided by the defendant regarding the costs. The court was required to ensure that the costs were fair and proportionate to the proceedings.

The court fixed the costs of the order made on 19 February 2025 in the sum of $9,288.52. The decision was based on the simplicity of the case and the reliable material provided by the defendant. The court found the costs to be appropriate given the circumstances of the proceedings.

The final order was that the costs of the order made on 19 February 2025 were fixed in the sum of $9,288.52.
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Areas of Law

  • Civil Litigation & Procedure

Legal Concepts

  • Costs

  • Summary Judgment

  • Regulated Costs

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