Non-party disclosure

Question 1

what must be filed?

Answer 1

N244 + evidence

Question 2

what is the purpose of this order?

Answer 2

for a party to seek disclosure from a non-party

Question 3

when may the court make this order?

Answer 3

The court may make an order where:
o The documents are likely to support the applicant’s case or adversely affect the case of a party to the proceedings;
o Disclosure is necessary to dispose of the claim fairly or save costs

Question 4

what must the order include?

Answer 4

The order must:
o Specify the documents/class of documents to be disclosed
o Require R to specify documents no longer in their control or has a right to withhold from inspection