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Civil claims

The civil courts hear various types of disputes between parties. The process may differ based on the claim type and value.

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This page is for matters that the Rules of Court 2014 apply to. For content relating to matters that the Rules of Court 2021 apply, click here.

If you are uncertain as to which version of the Rules of Court applies to your matter, click here.

Start a civil claim

A party starts a civil claim by filing a Writ of Summons or an Originating Summons. Find out about the processes involved and the conditions which apply.

Respond to a civil claim

If you receive a Writ of Summons or Originating Summons, it means that a party has started a civil claim against you. Find out what you can do in response.

Prepare a civil case for trial

Find out the stages of proceedings and the documents parties may need to file before a case proceeds to a civil trial.

Going to court for a civil trial

Find out what to prepare before a civil trial, the rules and procedures you are expected to follow, and what to expect at a civil trial.

Going to court (simplified civil process)

Find out what to prepare and expect before attending court if you are a party involved in a civil case where the simplified civil process applies.

Enforce an order or judgment

A party may enforce an order or judgment in different ways if the other party fails to comply with it. Find out what these enforcement options are.

Civil appeals

You may be able to file an appeal if you are not satisfied with the court's decision for your civil case in the State Courts or High Court.

Award of costs or damages

The court determines which party is entitled to costs and the amount of costs payable after a hearing or trial.

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Last updated on 07 April 20222022/04/07.