Assignment of a claim or cause of action | Practical Law

Assignment of a claim or cause of action | Practical Law

This note explains how a claim or cause of action may be assigned, whether by legal assignment or equitable assignment. It sets out the situations in which an assignment may be effected, including assignment in the context of an administration, liquidation or bankruptcy. The note provides guidance on drafting an assignment as well as the practical considerations, such as the recovery of costs.

Assignment of a claim or cause of action

Practical Law UK Practice Note 1-522-7861 (Approx. 32 pages)

Assignment of a claim or cause of action

by Adam Deacock, Radcliffe Chambers
Maintained • England, Wales
This note explains how a claim or cause of action may be assigned, whether by legal assignment or equitable assignment. It sets out the situations in which an assignment may be effected, including assignment in the context of an administration, liquidation or bankruptcy. The note provides guidance on drafting an assignment as well as the practical considerations, such as the recovery of costs.