Legal terms explained: Pt 36 offers

How does a Pt 36 offer work? A party in litigation can make an offer to settle in any way it chooses, but there are often costs, interest and tactical advantages in making a formal offer to settle that complies with Pt 36 of the Civil Procedure Rules. Part 36 offers – whether made by a defendant or a claimant – can be made at all key stages in the lifespan of a dispute.

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