Practical Point
Proceedings consolidated so CPR 3.1(2)(o) could bite, then the respondent ordered to attend and participate in the mediation.
Consequence: None — proceedings stayed pending the mediation of 17 October 2025
Judgment of HHJ Paul Matthews (sitting as a Judge of the High Court).
Mediation sought by Claimants; refused by Respondent (Trust Inheritance Limited).
Authorities applied: Churchill.
CPR 3.1(2)(o) reaches only parties, so the court consolidated the probate/rectification claim with the related negligence claim to bring the will-writer within the rule. Area recorded as probate; the respondent’s claim is professional negligence.
Paragraphs: 15-27 · Read the judgment →
