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Defence (acknowledgment filed) Deadline — England & Wales (CPR)
Under CPR 15.4(1)(b), the defence (acknowledgment filed) is due 28 days after the trigger date. Enter the date of service (or judgment) to calculate it.
Defence (acknowledgment filed) Deadline — England & Wales (CPR)
Defence (acknowledgment filed)28 days from today · CPR 15.4(1)(b)
| Step | Date |
|---|---|
| Trigger date (day 0) | Friday, November 13, 2026 |
| + 28 calendar days | Friday, December 11, 2026 |
Holidays are computed automatically; local courts can close on other days (add them above). Always confirm with the court’s local rules and calendar — this is not legal advice.
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Rules applied
- CPR 15.4(1)(b): 28 days
- No mail-service extension
- No extension for electronic service
- CPR 2.8: periods of 5 days or less exclude weekends and bank holidays
Verify against the current rules and any local rules or court orders — not legal advice.
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How many days to file the defence (acknowledgment filed)?
28 days under CPR 15.4(1)(b).
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