Training programmes
Possession Proceedings
Date:09 September 2008Time:10:00 - 17:00Venue:ETC Venues, LondonAddress:ETC Venues, Avonmouth House, 6 Avonmouth Street, London SE1 6NXSpeakers:Philip Walker, TrainerCost:£215.00 ex VAT View map and directions to venue CPD:
5.5
This course is suitable for Local Authority Housing Officers and Registered Social Landlords dealing with rent arrears and related issues
This course will help you to:
- Understand the importance of preparation
- Feel confident when presenting your case
- Avoid the pitfalls by following the correct procedures
- Learn from an experienced Possessions Manager and Trainer
This day will cover:
Session 1
The Three P’s
Preparation (protocol)
Before you start
- History & circumstances
- The goal (what do you seek)
- Your efforts (reasonableness)
Pre-court
- Letters, notices, related documents
- Setting the scene
- History, circumstances, the issues
Session 2
Anticipation
Procedure
- Checklist for claim / court service
The claim
- Get it right first time
- Pre-empt issues HB, ability to pay etc
- First impressions for the court
Pitfalls
- Do your homework
- Make sure you have an answer for the Judge
- Which order
Session 3
Presentation (in court)
Basic court procedure
- The Judge
- The defence
- Reasonable HO
Tactics
- Options
- When to back off
- Do’s and don’ts
Session 4
Role play exercises
- You present your case
- Try to secure your set task
- Ability to adapt
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