Dispute - Application for an 'unless order'

Question 1

On what basis will the court make an unless order?

Answer 1

1) Failure to adequately comply with a prior order;

2) Failure to meet the overriding objective; or

3) The court doubts the bona fides of the opponent.

Question 2

What sanctions may be imposed in an unless order?

Answer 2

Whatever sanction the court considers appropriate.

Question 3

What are the timescales for compliance with an unless order?

Answer 3

Whatever timescales are set out in the order made by the court.

Question 4

When will unless order sanctions be imposed?

Answer 4

Automatically, if the order has not been complied with within the timescale provided for in the order.