Small Claims Court Articles
Guides for small claims court bundles, N1 claim forms, witness statements, and preparing for small claims hearings as a litigant in person.
Small Claims Court Bundle: Your Complete Guide to Preparing for a Hearing
Everything you need to know about preparing a small claims court bundle. Covers CPR Part 27, Practice Direction 27A, document checklists for consumer disputes, landlord-tenant claims and road traffic accidents, witness statement requirements, common mistakes, and how to present your case at a County Court hearing.
N1 Claim Form: How to Fill It In and Start a Small Claim
Section-by-section guide to the N1 claim form for the County Court: where to download the official form, when to use the GOV.UK online money claims service instead, the July 2026 fees, interest at 8%, a completed example of the brief details and particulars, mandatory mediation and what happens after you file.
How to Write a Witness Statement for Small Claims Court
Practical guide to writing a witness statement for small claims court hearings. Covers format requirements, what to include, common mistakes, and how to present witness evidence at the hearing.
Small Claims Court Hearing: What to Expect and How to Prepare
What happens at a small claims court hearing. Covers the informal procedure, presenting your case, cross-examination, judge's questions, costs rules, and tips for litigants in person.
Consumer Rights Act 2015: How to Bring a Small Claims Court Claim
How to bring a small claims court claim under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 for faulty goods, poor services, or unfair terms. Covers your rights, time limits, and evidence needed for court.