Why Use High Court Enforcement Services?
High Court enforcement is the most effective way to recover unpaid debts or secure compliance with court orders when standard County Court enforcement is insufficient. It benefits businesses, landlords, law firms and individuals by providing:
- Greater authority than County Court bailiffs
- Faster recovery and enforcement
- Legal compliance and recoverable professional fees
Trust Equivo for consistent, efficient and reliable High Court enforcement solutions. Speak to an expert from our London Enforcement Hub for more information on our High Court Enforcement services.
Why Choose Equivo for High Court Enforcement Services
Recover debts and enforce orders with Equivo’s High Court Enforcement solutions. Based at 212 Strand in London, opposite the Royal Courts of Justice, our HCEOs provide the authority and speed County Court bailiffs cannot match. We offer expert nationwide enforcement for CCJs, Possession Orders, Employment Tribunal Awards, Foreign Judgments, and urgent Process Serving.
Expertise Across All Enforcement Types: CCJs, possession orders, tribunal awards, ACAS settlements, foreign judgments and process serving
Authority: Enforcement under a Writ of Control with powers beyond standard bailiffs
Fast and Efficient Recovery: Avoid delays in the County Court system and get results quickly
Cost-Effective: Most enforcement fees are recoverable from the debtor
Our High Court Enforcement Services
CCJ Enforcement
High Court enforcement of County Court Judgments (CCJs) of £600 or more helps businesses and individuals recover unpaid debts. It is used when debtors fail to pay and County Court bailiffs cannot act quickly or lack authority. Our High Court Enforcement Officers manage the transfer to the High Court and take the necessary legal steps to recover your funds efficiently.
- Transfer your CCJ to the High Court for enforcement
- Officers can seize assets or set up a Controlled Goods Agreement
- Professional fees recoverable from the debtor upon success
Possession Order Enforcement
Our officers provide fast enforcement of residential and commercial possession orders. This service benefits landlords, property owners and businesses needing to regain control when tenants or occupiers remain after a court order.
- Execute possession orders through the High Court
- Manage Section 42 transfers from County Court for faster action
- Ensure full compliance with legal requirements
Process Serving
Our nationwide process serving delivers court documents, injunctions and freezing orders quickly and reliably. This service benefits law firms, businesses and individuals who require proof of service for legal proceedings.
- Serve documents promptly across the UK
- Based opposite the Royal Courts of Justice for central coordination
- Every serve backed by Certificate or Affidavit of Service
Employment Tribunal Awards
We enforce employment tribunal awards for employees or claimants whose compensation remains unpaid. It is used when employers fail to pay voluntarily, ensuring recovery is swift and effective.
- No minimum threshold for enforcement
- Use the High Court Fast Track system for rapid recovery
- Officers handle all paperwork and enforcement proceedings
Foreign Judgment Enforcement
Equivo converts overseas judgments into UK enforceable orders, helping businesses and individuals recover assets from abroad. This service is used when international judgments need to be registered and enforced under UK law.
- Register foreign judgments under Reciprocal Enforcement Acts
- Enforce judgments efficiently through the High Court
- Turn international legal wins into tangible UK asset recovery
How Does High Court Enforcement Work
Our High Court Enforcement Officers follow a simple three-step process to recover debts, enforce court judgments and secure compliance. Using our High Court Enforcement Services ensures fast, legal and effective outcomes.
Submit Your Instruction
Provide your judgment or court order details securely through our online portal to start the enforcement process quickly.
Rapid Response
We handle all High Court paperwork, including Writs of Control and issue the 7-day statutory notice to the debtor.
Focused Support
Our officers attend the premises to collect payment, seize assets or ensure compliance, maximising recovery with legal authority.
High Court Enforcement FAQs
What is High Court Enforcement?
High Court Enforcement is a legal process for recovering unpaid debts or enforcing court judgments using authorised High Court Enforcement Officers. It is typically used when County Court bailiffs cannot recover payment efficiently.
How much does High Court enforcement cost?
A court fee of £80 is required to obtain a Writ of Control. Professional fees are usually recoverable from the debtor if enforcement is successful. If unsuccessful, only a statutory compliance fee applies.
How long is a writ of control valid for?
A writ of control in the UK is generally valid for 12 months from the date the Notice of Enforcement is served on the debtor.
Can foreign judgments be enforced in the UK?
Yes. Equivo can register and enforce foreign judgments from the EU, USA and Commonwealth countries under the Reciprocal Enforcement Acts
How quickly can High Court Enforcement Officers act?
Once instructions are submitted, officers can prepare paperwork, issue notices and attend the premises rapidly, often faster than the County Court system.
What types of cases can be enforced by High Court Enforcement Officers?
They handle CCJs, possession orders, employment tribunal awards, ACAS settlements, foreign judgments and professional process serving.
What powers do High Court Enforcement Officers have?
Officers can seize assets, secure Controlled Goods Agreements and attend premises outside normal hours to ensure compliance with court orders.
Who can use High Court Enforcement Services?
Businesses, landlords, individuals and law firms can use High Court Enforcement to recover unpaid debts or enforce judgments efficiently.