Allocation Questionnaire (claims court)

harry112

Hi

I recently started a claim and the defendant has now filed a defence. I received the 'allocation questionnaire' through the post this morning. I thought there were no more fees to pay but looks like I have to pay a further £200!

When do I submit my proof and evidence for my claim? Is it with the allocation questionnaire or further along in the process?

Also what is the next stage one I have completed and sent the form off?

Thanks

**curlywurly**

Harry. Usually, after both parties have filed their allocation questionnaire (and it is wise to send a copy to the Defendant at the same time), the Court will consider them, allocate the claim to a "track" (depending on the type of claim and the value) and then make directions (ie, a timetable). Usually the first direction is for disclosure (ie swapping documents with the defendant), and then evidence (ie witness statements) to be submitted by a certain date. Alternatively if it is a complicated matter, the Court may order a CMC (Case Management Conference), which is a short hearing at which the parties can discuss directions. What often happens is that parties agree directions at the allocation stage, but as you are a litigant in person that will be tricky so I suggest you leave it to the Court. Thereafter what happens depends on what "track" the case is allocated to. Unless you make any further applications, there will be no further fees until the matter is listed for trial.