PART 7HOW TO START PROCEEDINGS—THE CLAIM FORM
F1Service of a claim form7.5
1
Where the claim form is served within the jurisdiction, the claimant must complete the step required by the following table in relation to the particular method of service chosen, before 12.00 midnight on the calendar day four months after the date of issue of the claim form.
Method of service | Step required |
|---|---|
First class post, document exchange or other service which provides for delivery on the next business day | Posting, leaving with, delivering to or collection by the relevant service provider |
Delivery of the document to or leaving it at the relevant place | Delivering to or leaving the document at the relevant place |
Personal service under rule 6.5 | Completing the relevant step required by rule 6.5(3) |
Fax | Completing the transmission of the fax |
Other electronic method | Sending the e-mail or other electronic transmission |
2
Where the claim form is to be served out of the jurisdiction, the claim form must be served in accordance with Section IV of Part 6 within 6 months of the date of issue.