Expediting Justice: Pre-Litigation Protocol In The Proposed Changes To The Rules Of Civil Procedure In Ontario

The Working Group established by the Ontario Superior Court of Justice and the Ministry of the Attorney General has proposed significant reforms to the Rules of Civil Procedure in the Civil Rules Review Phase 2 Consultation Paper. The proposed changes are aimed at creating a more efficient and accessible civil justice system. Our overview of the proposed changes and key differences from the existing Rules can be found here.

1. Pre-Litigation Protocol

The proposed Rules contemplate that personal injury claims, debt collection claims, and disputes about the validity of a testamentary instrument follow PLP before litigation is formally started. PLP would otherwise be optional.