The rules of evidence

The Court is not bound by rules or practice as to evidence but may inform itself on any matter in such manner as it thinks fit: Magistrates Court (Civil Proceedings) Act 2004 (WA), s 29(4).

The rules of evidence under the Evidence Act 1906 (WA) and the common law do not apply.

Making use of evidence prior to trial

The purpose of a pre-trial conference is not to present your evidence.

However, in order to be effective at perusuading the other side to settle, it is almost always a good idea to summarise the evidence you will present to the Court at trial (if the case were to go to trial).

Template document to summarise your evidence

Coming soon ...