STUART & LAWSON

In the matter of *Stuart & Lawson*, heard before Judge Sexton, the wife sought leave to institute property proceedings out of time. The dispute concerned the division of matrimonial assets.

The primary legal issue before the court was whether to grant the wife leave to commence property proceedings after the expiry of the statutory time limit. This required the court to consider the relevant factors and principles governing such applications.

Judge Sexton granted the wife leave to institute property proceedings out of time. The court also made several procedural orders aimed at progressing the matter, including requiring the parties to obtain a joint valuation of a property, exchange superannuation information, and prepare a collaboratively prepared balance sheet. The matter was adjourned for mention.