Category: Preparing to Go to Court
How Video and Digital Evidence Is Handled in UK Law
What is Video and Digital Evidence? Video and digital evidence refers to any visual or electronic material that can help prove facts in a legal case. In the UK, this type of evidence is increasingly important in both criminal and civil proceedings, as it can provide a clear and objective record of events. Common Sources…
Form D8: Your Step-by-Step Guide to Divorce in the UK
What is Form D8? What is Form D8? Form D8 is the official application form used to start the legal process of ending a marriage or civil partnership in England and Wales. Whether you are seeking a divorce or the dissolution of a civil partnership, Form D8 is the document you must complete and submit…
How to Use Form N1 to Start a Civil Claim in Court
What is Form N1 – Claim Form? Form N1, also known as the Claim Form, is the official document used to begin a civil court case in England and Wales. If you are seeking to recover money, resolve a dispute over goods or services, or address a breach of contract, Form N1 is usually the…
How to Use Forms N225 and N227 for Default Judgment
Understanding Judgment by Default When someone makes a claim in a UK court – such as for unpaid money or a breach of contract – the person or business being claimed against (the “defendant”) is expected to respond within a set timeframe. If the defendant does not reply or take action, the claimant can ask…
Form N244: How to Apply for a Court Order or Change
What is Form N244 – Application Notice? Form N244, also known as an Application Notice, is an official court form used in England and Wales to request the court’s decision on a specific issue during ongoing legal proceedings. Instead of starting a new case, parties use Form N244 to ask the court for permission, directions,…
Form N245: How to Suspend or Change Court Payment Orders
What is Form N245? What is Form N245? Form N245 is a court document used in the UK to help individuals or businesses ask the court to change how a case proceeds, particularly in relation to debt enforcement. Its main purpose is to let someone apply for a suspension of a warrant of control (which…
Form N5: How to Appeal a Property Possession Order
What is Form N5? What is Form N5? Form N5 is a court document used in England and Wales when someone wishes to request permission to appeal a possession decision made by a court. In simple terms, if a judge has made a decision to grant possession of a property – often in cases involving…
How to Use Form N9 to Request More Time in Court
What is Form N9? What is Form N9? Form N9 is an official court document used in family court cases in England and Wales, particularly when parents are involved in disputes about child arrangements. Its main purpose is to allow a parent, or any party responding to a court application, to formally ask the court…
How to Use Form N9A and N9C for Family Law Cases
What Are Form N9A and Form N9C? Form N9A and Form N9C are official court documents used in family law cases in England and Wales. These forms play a crucial role in helping individuals respond to court applications, particularly when there are disagreements or admissions regarding matters such as child arrangements or financial disputes. What…
How to Use Form N9B or N9D for Defence and Counterclaim
Introduction to Forms N9B and N9D When you receive a civil claim in England and Wales, it’s important to respond in the correct way and within the set deadlines. Forms N9B and N9D are official UK court documents designed for this purpose. They allow you to present your defence if you dispute the claim, and…
