Difficulties with Service

Question 1

What may the Court do if service by standard methods are not possible or ineffective?

Answer 1

May order Alternative service or Dispensing with Service

Question 2

When is Alternative service available?

Answer 2

Good reason exists (other methods ineffective or impossible)

Question 3

What are requirements for alternative service?

Answer 3

Apply to court with reasons, and propose alternative method

Question 4

What is an example of alternative service?

Answer 4

Serving on unauthorised solicitor, Placing notice in newspaper to inform D

Question 5

When is dispensing with service available?

Answer 5

The other party is already aware of the document

Question 6

What is an example of dispending with service?

Answer 6

D agrees to amended particulars of claim - may allow amendment without formal service

Question 7

Is court likely to dispense service of claim form?

Answer 7

Very unlikely unless D aware of proceedings