Alternative Service (CPR 6.15) and Dispensing with Service (CPR 6.16): Evidence That Works
CPR 6.15 allows alternative service where there’s good reason and strong evidence the defendant will receive…
Counterclaims and Part 20 Claims Explained
TL;DR CPR Part 20 allows defendants and other parties to bring counterclaims within the same court…
Acknowledgement of Service (CPR 10) and Defence Deadlines (CPR 15): A Practical Timeline
TL;DR CPR 10 and CPR 15 set strict deadlines for responding to civil claims. Defendants must…
Default Judgment (CPR 12): When You Can Get It and How Defendants Can Stop It
TL;DR Default judgment is entered when a defendant fails to file an acknowledgement of service or…
How Long Does a Civil Claim Take in England & Wales?
TL;DR Civil claims in England and Wales vary in length based on complexity, track allocation, and…
Jurisdiction Clauses: Can I Sue in England?
Jurisdiction clauses play a central role in cross-border transactions and commercial agreements. They determine which country’s…
Service Out of the Jurisdiction: Understanding the CPR Gateways
TL:DR Service out of the jurisdiction allows claimants to serve legal proceedings abroad under strict CPR…
Derivative Claims: When Can You Sue on Behalf of the Company?
TLDR A derivative claim allows shareholders to act on behalf of the company when directors breach…
Pay Less Notices: Common Errors
TL;DR A Pay Less Notice is a powerful tool for withholding part of a construction payment…
Charging Orders: When to Use Them and How
TL;DR A charging order secures a judgment debt against a debtor’s property, turning an unsecured claim…