Porter and Bergman

The proceedings before Young J involved a dispute concerning the health and legal capacity of the husband, with a Case Guardian appointed to represent his interests. The wife and potential third and fourth respondents were also parties to the proceedings.

The court was required to determine the appropriate orders to be made regarding the husband's health and legal capacity, and to manage the progression of the applications before it. This included considering an application to be supported by the Case Guardian's affidavit and determining the timing for further evidence and responses from the parties.

Young J directed the filing and service of an updated affidavit from a medical practitioner concerning the husband's current health and legal capacity. The court also ordered the Case Guardian to file an application specifying the orders sought, supported by their affidavit. The wife and potential third and fourth respondents were given a deadline to file any responses and supporting affidavits. The matter was adjourned for a further hearing, at which all parties and potential parties were required to be present. The costs of the mention were reserved.