Small Claims Court - Process & How To
Attachment of earnings order: how it works
An attachment of earnings order is a Court order that forces an employer to deduct money from someone's wages and pay it directly to you. It's one of...
Charging order: securing a debt against property
A charging order is a way to secure a CCJ (County Court Judgment) against the debtor's property. Once registered, when they sell or remortgage, your...
Directions questionnaire: what it is and how to complete it
A directions questionnaire is a form the court sends to both parties if a defendant files a defence in a civil claim. It helps the court decide how...
High Court Enforcement: what it is and how it works
High Court Enforcement is a faster, more effective way to enforce a county court judgment (CCJ). Instead of waiting months for county court bailiffs,...
How to enforce a CCJ
You've won your court case and have a CCJ (County Court Judgment) against someone, but they still haven't paid. Now what? Here's how to enforce your...
How to make a small claims court claim
You can make a small claims court claim either through the government's Money Claims Online (MCOL) portal or through Garfield. Here's how they...
How to take someone to small claims court
Taking someone to small claims court involves five main steps: 1. Send a Letter Before Action giving them 30 days to pay 2. File your claim using the...
Small claims court rules and procedures
Small claims court uses deliberately informal procedures: hearings are held in the judge's office rather than a formal courtroom, you can speak...
Can I take someone to court without a solicitor?
Yes, you can take someone to court without a solicitor in England and Wales. Small claims court is specifically designed for people to represent...
Third party debt order: taking money from bank accounts
A third party debt order (formerly called a garnishee order) lets you take money directly from a debtor's bank account to pay a CCJ. It's one of the...
What happens after I submit a small claims court claim?
After you submit a small claims court claim in England and Wales, the court takes over and sends your claim to the defendant. Here's exactly what...