Barristers4U Legal Guides

Urgent Injunctions: What Evidence Does A Barrister Need?

Injunction work is time-sensitive. A barrister needs to understand the risk, the order sought, the evidence available and whether the other party has been notified.

Explain The Urgency Clearly

An injunction is usually sought because something needs to be stopped, preserved or required quickly. The first question is often why ordinary proceedings or later damages would not be enough.

When you make an enquiry, put the deadline, hearing date or immediate risk in the first few lines. If a court has already listed a hearing, include the court and time.

Evidence To Gather

A barrister will need evidence, not just conclusions. That may include messages, letters, photographs, transaction records, witness statements, contracts or previous orders.

If you are asking for a without notice order, the duties can be strict. Say whether the other party has been told about the application and why notice may or may not be possible.

• A short summary of the order you want.
• Witness statement or draft evidence if available.
• Key messages, contracts, photos or records.
• Any existing court orders or undertakings.
• Details of notice given to the other party.

What A Barrister May Do

An injunction barrister may advise on prospects, evidence, urgency, draft orders, undertakings, written submissions and representation at a suitable hearing.

They may also advise on the risks of applying, including costs, undertakings and what may happen at a return hearing.

When A Solicitor May Be Needed

Some injunctions need urgent filing, service, correspondence and litigation management. If those tasks are too complex or risky for Direct Access alone, a barrister may recommend solicitor support.

Barristers4U can help with a quote request, but the barrister or chambers must decide whether the work can properly be accepted.