Disputing or Submitting to the Court's Jurisdiction

Question 1

How might a D challenge court’s jurisdiction?

Answer 1

No jurisdiction exists (Hague Convention doesn’t apply); Permission to serve out was wrongly granted; Another forum is more appropriate, even if served

Question 2

What is the procedure for disputing jurisdiction?

Answer 2

1) File an acknowledgement of service; 2) Apply to court within 14 days after filing acknowledgement

Question 3

What happens if a D has submitted to a jurisdiction?

Answer 3

Cannot later challenge jurisdiction

Question 4

How do you avoid submission to a jurisdiction?

Answer 4

Only file an Acknowledgement of Service and; Apply to dispute jurisdiction; Do not take any further steps