A County Court Judgment confirms the debt — but it does not collect the money. Describe your situation and a specialist will call you back with the right enforcement strategy.
The best enforcement method depends on what you know about the debtor's assets, income, and property. Our pack guides you to the right one.
Transfer your CCJ to the High Court (Form N293A) and instruct an HCEO. They can attend the debtor's premises without advance notice and have wider seizure powers than County Court bailiffs. Best for debts over £1,000 where speed matters.
Typical cost
£75 + VAT compliance; £190 + VAT enforcement (recoverable)
Typical speed
2–7 days
Best for
Debts over £600, business premises, property-owning debtors
These are the situations where enforcement is the right next step — after you've already won in court.
A limited company or sole trader has a CCJ against them but continues trading without paying. You need to escalate to enforcement before assets disappear.
You won a county court claim against a former tenant for unpaid rent or damages. They have moved on and are ignoring the judgment. Enforcement locates and targets their new assets.
You took a builder or tradesperson to court and won. They are still refusing to pay. A bailiff visit or HCEO attendance often prompts immediate settlement.
You know where the debtor banks and believe there are funds. A Third Party Debt Order freezes the account and transfers money directly to you — often the fastest method.
The debtor has a stable job and salary. An Attachment of Earnings Order means their employer deducts payments automatically — reliable monthly income until the debt is cleared.
You win your county court claim. The court issues a judgment order confirming the debt amount.
The debtor has 14 days from the judgment date to pay in full. Many do — the judgment itself is often enough pressure.
Before choosing an enforcement method, consider what you know: bank accounts, property, employment, vehicles, business assets.
Select the most appropriate method and apply to the court (or transfer to the High Court for HCEO).
If enforcement succeeds, you receive payment either directly from the debtor or from the sale of seized assets.
Winning in court is step one. Many creditors never see a penny because they fail at the enforcement stage.
The longer you wait, the more likely the debtor moves assets, changes address, or enters insolvency. The 6-year limit is absolute — act within the first 12 months for best results.
Sending bailiffs to a debtor with no goods is futile. Freezing the bank account of an insolvent business is pointless. The right method depends on what you know about the debtor.
Courts do not enforce judgments automatically. A CCJ on its own is just a piece of paper. You must actively apply for enforcement — it is a separate legal step.
Many creditors never find out if the debtor owns property, is employed, or has savings. An Order to Obtain Information (N316) is often the missing first step.
A specialist can assess your debtor's situation and guide you to the most effective enforcement route.
CCJ enforcement can be complex — choosing the wrong method wastes time and money. A specialist can assess the debtor's assets, recommend the most effective enforcement route, and handle the entire process.
A specialist will call you back within 1–2 working days
Answers to the most common questions about enforcing County Court Judgments in the UK.
Get the right enforcement strategy for your CCJ — from bailiffs and HCEOs to charging orders and attachment of earnings. Or speak to a specialist who can handle it all.
A specialist will review your CCJ and advise on the best enforcement method.
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