Court hearings
This section looks at the practicalities involved in appearing in court, and includes information for advisers who are representing a client at a hearing.
Please, note that from 27 March 2020, all ongoing possession proceedings are suspended for 90 days. For more information about emergency measures introduced to deal with the impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, visit the Court and tribunal hearings page in the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and housing section.
Impacts of Covid-19 on court hearings
Changes to Her Majesty’s Court and Tribunals Service (HMCTS) hearings, adjournments, and access to Legal Aid.
County court legal and administrative staff
Legal and administrative staff involved in administration of County Court proceedings.
Legal help in court
Those who can act as a legal representative in the High Court, the county courts, and tribunals.
Court etiquette
Appropriate dress for court hearings, as well as general conduct within the court.
Hearings in chambers or in open court
Whether a hearing takes place in the judge's room (chambers) or in open court.
Negotiating outside court
This section gives information on negotiating with the other side prior to going into court, and looks at agreements made 'at the court door'.
Court orders following the hearing
When the case may be struck out or the hearing adjourned, and appeals against court decisions.
