Prentice and Maheris (No. 4)

This matter came before Young J concerning orders made in relation to the proceedings between Prentice and Maheris (No. 4). The dispute involved various evidentiary and procedural matters, including the admission of expert reports, affidavits, and valuations of property, as well as the timeline for compliance with court orders.

The court was required to determine a series of specific issues concerning the admissibility and filing of evidence. These included whether certain affidavits and reports should be admitted into evidence, the timing for their filing and service, and the process for obtaining valuations of property, particularly land located in Greece. The court also considered applications for leave to issue subpoenas and to withdraw a contravention application.

Young J made a number of orders to manage the proceedings and ensure the efficient presentation of evidence at the final hearing. These orders directed the filing and service of reports from a medical expert and the Independent Children’s Lawyer, as well as affidavits from a financial expert and a property valuer. The court also ruled on the admissibility of specific affidavits and documents, and directed parties to obtain a single expert valuation for land in Greece, with provision for agents to confer and give evidence by telephone if necessary. Leave was granted for the husband to file an affidavit regarding instructions to sell property, and for the wife to withdraw a contravention application. The court also extended time for compliance with previous orders and adjourned the issue of costs.