The applicant sought over $1 million in costs on a full-indemnity basis following a 12-day trial where she was largely successful.
The respondent conceded costs but argued for a lower amount of $350,000.
The court found the respondent engaged in bad faith and unreasonable conduct, including fraudulent transfer of shares and failure to provide financial disclosure.
The court adjusted the applicant's requested costs for duplicative and excessive billing by some firms but ultimately awarded $950,000, finding it proportionate and reasonable given the respondent's conduct and the complexity of the litigation.
