Vincenzo and Vincenzo (Costs)

In the matter of *Vincenzo and Vincenzo (Costs)*, Benjamin J of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia was required to determine an application concerning the legal costs and disbursements arising from proceedings filed on 16 December 2013. The dispute centred on the quantum and allocation of these costs between the parties.

The primary legal issue before the court was to assess and order the payment of costs and disbursements in relation to the specific application filed. A further issue was to address and dismiss any remaining outstanding applications for costs that had not been specifically dealt with by the court's orders. The court also considered whether it was reasonable to engage senior counsel and counsel for the attendance at the proceedings.

Benjamin J ordered that the wife pay the legal costs and disbursements of the husband in the sum of $27,230.76, with payment to be made within sixty days of the orders. All other remaining and outstanding applications for costs were dismissed. The court certified, pursuant to Rule 19.50 of the *Family Law Rules 2004*, that it was reasonable to engage senior counsel and counsel to attend the proceedings.