Rule 25.12 Instructions to a single joint expertF1

Where the court gives a direction under rule 25.11(1) for a single joint expert to be used, the instructions are to be contained in a jointly agreed letter unless the court directs otherwise.

Where the instructions are to be contained in a jointly agreed letter, in default of agreement the instructions may be determined by the court on the written request of any relevant party copied to the other relevant parties.

Where the court permits the relevant parties to give separate instructions to a single joint expert, each instructing party must, when giving instructions to the expert, at the same time send a copy of the instructions to the other relevant parties.

The court may give directions about—

The court may, before an expert is instructed, limit the amount that can be paid by way of fees and expenses to the expert.

Unless the court directs otherwise, the relevant parties are jointly and severally liable for the payment of the expert’s fees and expenses.