Case management: which court?

A guide to how to choose which court to commence proceedings in. This note covers the jurisdiction of the various courts in England and Wales (that is, the court's power or authority to try a claim). It explains the difference between the High Court and the County Court jurisdiction and the scope of the different divisions of the High Court (Chancery and King's Bench), the structure of the Business and Property Courts and the specialist courts and lists, including the Commercial Court and the Technology and Construction Court. It also provides details of current pilot schemes in operation.