The parties settled a motion to change child and spousal support but could not agree on costs.
The respondent sought full recovery costs of over $60,000, arguing he was successful and the applicant's behaviour was unreasonable.
The applicant argued success was divided and a costs award would hinder her ability to provide for the children.
The court found the respondent was presumptively entitled to costs as the final order was more favourable than his offer to settle.
However, applying the Family Law Rules, the court limited the costs to steps where costs were reserved or not previously dealt with, and awarded the respondent $8,500 on a partial indemnity basis.
