Syllabus Area 15 - Interim Applications Flashcards
When can an interim application be made?
At any time in proceedings - can be before issuing the claim.
Which rules apply to interim application?
Generally, there are general rules but there are additional rules for particular types of interim applications.
What types of applications are included?
Extension of time, summary judgment, interim payments, injunctions, security of costs, amendments of case.
What is the definition of application notice?
A document in which an applicant states his intention to seek a court order.
What is the definition of hearing?
Hearing means any interim or final decision may be made by a judge via phone/video/person.
What is a respondent?
Means a person against the order is sought.
Where should an application be made?
Must be made to court or county court hearing centre - wherever the claim has started.
Where should an application be made if a claim has been transferred?
To the new court.
Where should an application be made if there is a fixed trial date?
Must be made to where the trial is to take place.
Where should an application be made if a claim has not been started?
If application is made before a claim has started, it mus be made to the court where it is likely to be started.
Where should application be made if the claim has finished?
Made to where the judgement was heard.
What will a district judge do in terms of deciding where an application should be made?
The distinct judge may either consider the application without hearing or direct application to be transferred to the County Court Hearing Centre.
What should parties consider before making an application to court?
Parties should take a reasonable approach to try agree matters to avoid for the need for an application to court.
What is the test for timing of an interim application?
It should be necessary and desirable to do so.
When an application is made, what is the timing?
Application must be made within a specified time received by court and parties have complied with time limit.
Where can some applications be dealt with (stages?)
CMC or pre-trial review.
What if there are more than one application?
Parties should bunch their applications together.
What form is an application notice for an interim application?
N244
What is the procedure of an interim application?
Application files an application notice (N244) stating what order, draft order, why, evidence + SOT. Then, court fee must be paid.
What kind of evidence is needed in an application notice?
Depends on what type of application being sought.
What happens after application notice is submitted?
The court issues the application and provides notice of the hearing date/time/location.
What must happen to an application notice?
It must be filed.
What happens if an application notice cannot be filed due to insufficient timing?
If no time, they should inform other party and the court in WRITING as soon as he can and make the application orally.
Who must have an application notice?
Each party to proceedings must have a copy served on them.