Following a six-day family law trial where the applicant was substantially successful in proving a customary marriage and entitlement to spousal and child support, the applicant sought costs of $20,000.
The court considered the factors under Rule 57.01(1) of the Rules of Civil Procedure, noting the respondent's unreasonable denial of the relationship.
Recognizing the applicant's divided success on some financial issues, the court awarded costs fixed at $18,000 inclusive.
