Money Claims
Take legal action to recover outstanding debts
When all other efforts to recover outstanding debts have failed, taking legal action through a Money Claim offers a straightforward and effective solution. Our Money Claims service enables you to file a claim in the County Court, helping you secure a County Court Judgment (CCJ) that can be enforced for up to six years. Whether you’re a landlord, business owner, or individual, our service ensures a smooth and legally compliant process to recover what is rightfully yours.
A money claim allows you to initiate a County Court claim for a specific sum owed, providing a letter before action LBA has been served in the fist instance on the debtor ensuring a leagel and direct path to securing a CCJ against the debtor. The process is designed for claims up to £100,000, with larger claims requiring manual submission to the court. Once you entrust us with your case, our experienced team will forward your details to our panel of solicitors, who will promptly file the claim online. The court typically processes claims within 14-20 working days, notifying the debtor and giving them 28 days to respond or file a defence. If no defence is submitted, our legal team will seek judgment jugment by default in your favour, resulting in an enforceable order. In the event of a dispute, the court will schedule a hearing to review evidence and issue further directions.
Money Claims Service
Contact us today to initiate your Money Claim and take the first step towards securing a judgment and recovering the money owed to you.
What is the Money Claims Service?
A Money Claim is a legal procedure used to recover money that is owed to you. This service allows you to initiate a claim through the County Court, seeking a monetary judgment against the debtor. Our Money Claims service manages every step of the process, from preparing and filing the claim to handling any disputes. If successful, the outcome is a County Court Judgment (CCJ), which legally confirms the debt and can be enforced for up to six years at any address for the debtor through a trace.
How It Works
- Case Assessment: We begin by gathering all relevant information regarding the debt. Once we review the details, we prepare your case for submission.
- Filing the Claim: Our legal team works with a panel of expert solicitors to file the Money Claim online, ensuring it complies with all court procedures and regulations.
- Claim Processing: The County Court processes the claim within 14-20 working days and notifies the debtor, who is then given 28 days to respond or file a defence.
- Judgment in Your Favour: If the debtor fails to respond or defend the claim, we request the court to issue a judgment by default in your favour, securing a County Court Judgment (CCJ) against the debtor.
- Handling Disputes: If the debtor disputes the claim, a court hearing will be scheduled. Our legal team will represent you in court, presenting all necessary evidence to seek the best possible outcome.
- Enforcement of Judgment: Once a judgment is secured, we can assist with enforcement action if the jugment is not satisifed by the debitor. This includes measures like high court bailiffs that seize goods to the value of the debt or if employed an aplication for an attachment of earnings.
Why Choose Us?
- Expert Legal Support: Our experienced team works with qualified solicitors to ensure your Money Claim is accurately prepared and filed, increasing your chances of success.
- Comprehensive Service: From the initial filing of the claim to enforcing the judgment, we handle every aspect of the process, offering you peace of mind.
- Clear Communication: We keep you informed at every stage of the process, ensuring you know what to expect and when.
- Swift Action: Our streamlined approach ensures that your claim is filed quickly and that the legal process moves forward efficiently.
- Tailored Solutions: Whether your claim is straightforward or involves disputes, we offer flexible solutions to meet your specific needs.
Pricing
The total cost is contingent upon the amount of the debt, which is detailed in the following table of costs. Please note that our fee is exclusive of the court fee.
| Claim Amount | Claim Fee |
| Up to £300 | £35 |
| £300.01 to £500 | £50 |
| £500.01 to £1000 | £70 |
| £1000.01 to £1,500 | £80 |
| £1500.01 to £3000 | £115 |
| £3000.01 to £5000 | £205 |
| £5000.01 to £10,000 | £205 |
| £10,000.01 to £200,000 | 5% of the claim |
| More than £200,000 | £10,000 |
FAQs
Use the Money Claims service if you are owed a specific sum of money (up to £100,000) and previous efforts to recover the debt have been unsuccessful.
The court usually processes claims within 14-20 working days. If the debtor does not respond, a judgment can be obtained shortly after. If the claim is disputed, the process may take longer as the court schedules a hearing.
If we are unable to trace the debtor, you will only be charged a small administrative fee. For UK searches, this fee is £50, while for European searches, it’s £70.
If the debtor fails to respond within 14 days, we will request a default judgment, resulting in the issuance of a County Court Judgment (CCJ) against them.
If the debtor disputes the claim, a court hearing will be scheduled. Our legal team will represent you, presenting the necessary evidence to support your case and seek a judgment in your favour.
A CCJ is a legal judgment that formally recognizes the debt owed to you. It remains in place for six years and can be enforced through methods like bailiff services, wage garnishment, or other legal measures if the debtor fails to pay.
Customer Testimonial
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