At Mitchell Keil we understand that recovering money from debtors is extremely stressful. Our team is well equipped to ease that burden for creditors including individuals and corporates.
We can assist with the initial issuance of demand notice through to enforcing the judgment against the debtor.
Claims under FJ$5,000.00 must be initiated at the Small Claim Tribunal. Note: Lawyers are not allowed to represent parties at the hearing, but we can provide legal advice and assist you with your claim or defence.
For debts above FJ$5,000.00 up to FJ$50,000.00 debt recovery proceedings can be filed in the Magistrate’s Court jurisdiction.
And claims for all debts above FJ$50,000.00 is filed in the High Court.
Provided you as creditor are successfully able to obtain judgment against the debtor you can enforce it against the debtor.
There are several options available to you when recovering a debt by enforcing the judgment, it is always recommended to seek legal advice before making a decision.
In Fiji debt recovery claims generally have a limitation period of up to 6 years from the date of the debt hence it is imperative that creditors must act fast.
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