Particulars of claim: contractual debt claim
This is an example particulars of claim that can be used as a starting point when drafting a contractual debt claim. It includes an optional claim for specific performance, in addition to the claim for the contractual debt. The particulars of claim must be adapted to the specific facts and circumstances of the claim and should be read in conjunction with the integrated drafting notes and Practice note, Drafting statements of case. Note: this resource assumes that the action is not proceeding under the shorter trial scheme (STS) which has operated in the Rolls Building since 1 October 2015. For information on the requirements for drafting statements of case under the STS, see Practice note, Shorter trials scheme (STS).
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