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- Signing and witnessing of an affidavit.
- Drafting and execution of an affidavit.
Commonly asked questions.
Completing an affidavit can be a daunting task, which can leave you with many questions. Therefore, our solicitors have answered some of the most commonly asked questions on the topic.
1. What is an affidavit?
In a circumstance where someone knowingly makes a false statement, they can be imprisoned or fined for perjury. However, an individual cannot be punished for failing to document information they were not aware of at the time.
2. When should an affidavit be used?
- Debt recovery cases. For example, in circumstances that have led to an individual acquiring the debt and why it is still outstanding.
- Divorce proceedings. For example, when both parties mutually agree to dissolve the marriage.
- Property disputes. For example, a dispute involving land or property between two parties.
If you need help with an affidavit, please contact us on 01273 726951.
3. Can I draft my own affidavit?
Although it can seem simple to create your own affidavit, it’s always advised to use a solicitor to avoid easy but costly mistakes. Common mistakes when individuals attempt to draft their own affidavit include:
- Spelling mistakes
- Including information with regards to beliefs or views.
- Including irrelevant information
It is crucial when drafting an affidavit that your account of the facts/events detail exactly what happened. If your affidavit includes false remarks, you may be prosecuted.
Here at Britton and Time, we can help with any aspect of an affidavit, whether you need an affidavit drafted, certified, or both.
4. Execution of an affidavit
What’s the difference between an oath and affirmation?
Put simply, the difference between an oath and an affirmation is that the oath is a religious commitment where as an affirmation is non-religious.
After you have selected to either take an oath or affirm your evidence is true the solicitor will write their name, address and qualifications underneath their signature on the final page of the affidavit. In addition to this, the solicitor will sign every page of the affidavit at the bottom of the page.
5. How much does an affidavit cost?
- Drafting of an affidavit: For the drafting, we would ask clients to come in for an initial consultation to discuss what needs to be included within the statement. The cost of an initial consultation is £90 + VAT (£108). You can expect as a minimum that the cost of drafting an affidavit is £750 + VAT (£900).
- Signed/witnessing of an affidavit: We charge a fixed fee of £50 + VAT (£60) for the signed/witnessing of an affidavit.
If you need help with an affidavit, please contact us on 01273 726951.
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