A Court Has Made an Order Against Me – Can I Challenge It?

Possibly, but you’ll need a strong reason and fast action. If you missed the hearing, you may be able to apply to set aside the order or seek permission to appeal. Likewise if the order was made in error or you have new evidence, an appeal or variation might be possible. Strict deadlines apply, and not all orders can be challenged, so it’s essential to get legal advice from a specialist litigation firm immediately. For example, final orders usually have a deadline of 21 days, whereas case management and interim orders can have deadlines as short as 7 days. The longer you wait, the harder it becomes to overturn a court decision.