Civil: Effective Access (Contribution)

Question 1

Court system (give example)

Answer 1

Each court has a specific jurisdiction and deals with cases in its area of expertise. Ensures parties have a suitable court to hear the dispute. Eg- family court

Question 2

ADRs and tribunals

Answer 2

Legal system provides a range of systems, other than courts, to assist parties in resolving their disputes

Question 3

Collaborative law

Answer 3

Disputing parties and lawyers sign a contract that they will work together in good faith without going to court. Avoids costs and delays of going to court

Question 4

Pre-trial procedures (2)

Answer 4

May result in an out of court settlement or help define issues early

Question 5

Contingency based legal representation

Answer 5

If the court loses the case they do not have to pay the legal fees

Question 6

Litigation funding companies

Answer 6

Some firms cover the legal cost and if the vase wins they take a share of the proceedings