The self-represented applicant sought costs following a 21-day trial where she was awarded $15,573.63 for spousal support and contributions to a property.
The respondents sought full recovery costs of $71,473.57.
The court found the applicant's conduct highly unreasonable for most of the litigation, disentitling her to costs for that period.
However, after she made a reasonable settlement offer mid-trial, she was entitled to partial recovery costs.
The court awarded the applicant $3,250 in costs, factoring in her opportunity cost and the legal assistance she received.
