Document background
The Statement of Claim Form is a crucial legal document used to commence civil proceedings in Australian courts. It must be prepared in accordance with the Federal Court Rules 2011 or relevant state/territory civil procedure rules, depending on the jurisdiction. This document is used when a party (the plaintiff) seeks to pursue a legal claim against another party (the defendant) and must be filed with the appropriate court registry. The form requires detailed information about the parties involved, the legal basis for the claim, material facts supporting the claim, and the specific orders or remedies sought. It serves as the founding document of the litigation and must be properly served on the defendant(s). The content and format must comply with strict court requirements, and the document may need to be accompanied by supporting schedules and certificates.
