Civil Courts: Small Claims

Discover how to navigate small claims court procedures, including filing deadlines, evidence presentation, and what to expect on the day. Our guides help you understand your rights and represent yourself confidently in civil disputes.

A Guide to Small Claims Court

If you are owed money, and the value of your claim is £10,000 or less, you may be able take a case to the small claims court. However, financial value is no...

Being a Claimant in the Small Claims Court

Becoming a claimant in the small claims process means you must follow a number of rules to ensure your claim is dealt with legally. Before you start your cla...

Completing the Small Claims Court Form

If you are owed a sum money by an individual or business and are having problems getting that money paid to you, the small claims court can offer you a legal...

Defending Yourself in the Small Claims Court

As a defendant in a small claims case it is important that you act quickly and do not ignore the claim form when it arrives. Remember, the claim will proceed...

Make a Claim in the Small Claims Court

If an individual or a business owes you money that they refuse to pay to you, the small claims court can be used to try and recover the money you are owed. G...

The Real Cost of Going to Court

When making a claim, it is always important to consider; How much will it cost me to take the matter to Court? Will I get my money back if I win? It is a pop...

Use the Small Claims Court for Debt Recovery

If you are owed a sum of money that the person refuses to pay, you can take your claim to the small claims court. The County Court usually deals with this ty...