Written Pleadings in the Sheriff Court

Prices: £127.50 + VAT (member) / £255 + VAT (non-member)

The system of written pleadings for civil cases in Scots law is based on principles of fairness and efficiency.  This 3 hour virtual classroom will look at the art of written pleadings and provide practical advice for trainees and newly qualified solicitors.

Delegates attending this course will:

• explore the written requirements for raising/defending different types of Sheriff Court action
• consider the ‘rules’ of successful writ drafting
• understand the processes of adjustment and amendment of pleadings
• examine the importance of written pleadings for proof, debates etc.