What Is A Supervising Solicitor And Why Might You Need One?

The civil courts of England and Wales have the power to order searches of homes, offices, and other locations by the claimant's legal team. Supervising solicitors are solicitors appointed by the court because they have experience in the execution of court orders such as search (an “Anton Piller” order) and doorstep delivery up orders (“DDOs”). They act independently of the parties and are responsible to the court, although she or he is paid by the claimant's solicitors.

The supervising solicitor usually accompanies the claimant's solicitors and serves the order on the respondent. They explain its meaning and consequences and supervises the order being carried out by the claimant's legal representatives. All steps taken during the search are: