Preparation is everything, without a solid understanding based on evidence and case law, many Tribunal cases will fail.
If Early Conciliation fails, it is likely that a formal Tribunal Claim will be presented.
It’s important to act fast when preparing a response to a claim, as there is a 28-day window in which to act. If a business can’t meet the deadline for whatever reason, an emergency application must be submitted to the tribunal to explain why they can’t meet that deadline and ask for an extension. If the response isn’t submitted, or an application not made, then the respondent won’t be allowed to present their evidence and defence to the tribunal. If we’re taking on a case late in the proceedings, we can help clients draft an emergency application and get an extension to the 28-day time limit.
Generally, however our clients react quickly when they receive a claim, which gives us the time to study the claim, talk to the client, review all the relevant documentation, and draft a comprehensive defence. Preparation is everything! Wirehouse take the view that we can’t properly represent you unless we have a strong relationship, which we can only get from visiting you face to face, to consult and review the case. Where other Solicitors or consultancies will discuss matters via email or phone, with various people, you’ll have one of our experts, from start to finish, face to face. We look after our clients and walk you through the process.