Make a defence or counterclaim (specified amount): Form N9B
Defend a claim for a specified amount of money if you dispute it, or make a counterclaim for money you think the claimant owes you.
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If you are admitting part of the claim and defending the other part, you must submit this form together with Form N9 A: Offer to pay money you owe to a claimant. There are strict deadlines for submitting both forms.
Find out more about how to respond to a court claim for money.
You might find it useful to read the ‘Notes for defendant’ on Form N1: Make a claim against a person or organisation.
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Last updated 22 May 2024 + show all updates
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Updated the form N9B to include information around mandatory mediation for small money claims
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Updated N9B form added.
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