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Paragraph 27.9 Claims hearing

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(1)

This rule applies where–

(a)

no defence or objection to the extent of the fund or subject in medio has been stated;

(b)

any defence stated has been repelled; or

(c)

any such objection stated has been dealt with.

(2)

The sheriff must–

(a)

order claims in Form 5b to be lodged within 14 days; and

(b)

must fix a claims hearing at which all parties may appear or be represented.

(3)

The sheriff clerk must intimate to the parties, the order for claims and the date and time of any claims hearing fixed in terms of paragraph (2).