Where a defendant had failed to file an acknowledgement of service or defence in time, and the claimant sought judgment in default, the defendant could not, as of right, file an acknowledgement and defence late. He must apply to the court for relief, but an extension of time might normally be granted.
Judges:
Justice Neuberger
Citations:
Times 03-Dec-2001, Gazette 17-Jan-2002
Statutes:
Civil Procedure Rules Part 10 Part 15
Jurisdiction:
England and Wales
Civil Procedure Rules
Updated: 21 June 2022; Ref: scu.166938