Part 36 offers

CPR 36 is a self-contained set of rules that is designed to encourage the parties to settle, all or part of their dispute. It was introduced in 1998 and has undergone several reforms since then. Its most recent, major overhaul was in April 2015. This rewrite was predominantly a tidying up and codification of the existing rules but there were a number of important changes.

CPR 36 can be difficult to understand and can have massive ramifications for either party if it is not properly understood and is used incorrectly. In this topic, guidance is provided on what a Part 36 offer is, its effect and when and how to make a valid Part 36 offer. Information is also provided about what the offeree needs to do after a Part 36 offer has been made, to include deciding whether to accept a Part 36 offer, how and when to accept it and when and how to seek clarification. Information is also provided in respect of when an offeror may wish to withdraw or vary a Part 36 offer and how they should do this. There is also guidance