Pre-action protocols for court claims

Necessary steps under the pre-action protocols before taking action, and factors to consider before going to court.

This content applies to England & Wales

Last updated: 18 January 2021

Pre-action protocol objectives and sanctions
The aim of a pre-action protocol is to ensure that all reasonable steps have been taken to avoid the necessity of litigation.
Pre-action protocol for taking disrepair action
Procedure to follow before taking court action for disrepair and bad housing conditions, including fitness for habitation.
Pre-action protocol in debt cases
Procedure to follow before claiming payment of a debt potentially including rent and service charge arrears.
Pre-action Protocol for Judicial Review
Procedure to follow before challenging the lawfulness of decisions, actions or failure to act of public bodies.