Actions of reduction: applications to pursue

Evidential requirements

Your client’s statement should explain in detail the circumstances in which they want to reduce the deed and how they will benefit from reduction.

  • A copy of the deed or court decree or other matter to which objection is taken should be produced, if possible, or an explanation given why not.
  • Evidence of title to sue should be produced, where possible.
  • A supporting statement should be produced, if available, or an explanation given why not.

Actions of reduction: applications to defend

Evidential requirements

  • Copy of the summons
  • Copy of the deed (if possible)
  • Your client’s statement, which should detail the circumstances in which reduction is opposed and answer the averments in detail
  • A supporting statement, if available, or an explanation why not.

 

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