Ontario Court | Legal Case – List of Proposed Witnesses (Form 13A) – Rules of the Small Claims Court Forms
List of Proposed Witnesses (Form 13A) – Rules of the Small Claims Court Forms – Ontario Court Services
List of Proposed Witnesses (Form 13A) is used in the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, specifically in the Small Claims Court, to list the proposed witnesses for a case. Each party involved in the case must fill out this form to provide a detailed list of witnesses they intend to call, along with their contact information.
The form must be served on all other parties and filed with the court at least fourteen (14) days before the settlement conference. An additional sheet can be attached if there are more witnesses or knowledgeable persons to list. This form is available in both English and French on the Ontario court forms website and includes information on accessible formats.
Form 13A is an essential document for cases in the Ontario Superior Court of Justice – Small Claims Court. Follow these step-by-step instructions to complete the form correctly:
Court Information
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- Top of the Form: Ensure “Superior Court of Justice” and “Small Claims Court” are correctly indicated.
- Claim No.: Fill in the unique case number assigned to your case.
Parties Information
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- Plaintiff(s): Enter the name(s) of the plaintiff(s) in the case.
- Defendant(s): Enter the name(s) of the defendant(s) in the case.
Party/Representative Information
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- Name of Party/Representative: Write your full name or the name of the representative completing this form.
List of Proposed Witnesses
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- Witnesses Section
- For each witness, fill in the following information:
- Name of Witness: Enter the full name of the witness.
- Address: Provide the complete address of the witness.
- Phone Number: Include a valid phone number for the witness.
- Email Address: Provide an email address for the witness.
- Repeat the above steps for each additional witness, using the numbered slots provided (1 through 5). If you have more than five witnesses, attach an additional sheet in the same format.
- For each witness, fill in the following information:
- Witnesses Section
List of Other Persons with Knowledge
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- If there are other individuals who have relevant knowledge of the case but are not necessarily witnesses, list them in this section:
- For each person, fill in the following information:
- Name of Person: Enter the full name.
- Address: Provide the complete address.
- Phone Number: Include a valid phone number.
- Email Address: Provide an email address.
- Repeat the above steps for each additional person. Attach an additional sheet if necessary.
- For each person, fill in the following information:
- If there are other individuals who have relevant knowledge of the case but are not necessarily witnesses, list them in this section:
Signature and Contact Information
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- Signature: Sign the form.
- Date: Enter the date of signing.
- Name, Address, Email, and Phone Number of Party/Representative: Print your name and provide your contact information, including address, email, and phone number.
Serving and Filing the Form
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- Serving: Serve this completed list to all other parties involved in the case.
- Filing: File the form with the court at least fourteen (14) days before the settlement conference as per Rule 13.03(2)(b).
Additional Notes
- Languages: The form is available in both English and French. Visit the Ontario court forms website for versions in either language or for information on accessible formats.
- Attach Additional Sheets: If the provided space is insufficient for listing all witnesses or knowledgeable persons, attach separate sheets following the same format.
By following these steps, you can ensure that Form 13A is completed accurately and submitted in a timely manner, helping to facilitate the smooth progression of your case.
Disclaimer: This guide is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended as legal advice. You should consult the Residential Tenancies Act or a legal professional.