Notice of Garnishment Hearing (Form 20Q) – Rules of the Small Claims Court Forms

The Notice of Garnishment Hearing (Form 20Q) is a legal document used in the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, specifically within the Small Claims Court. This form is regulated under Ont. Reg. No.: 258/98 and serves as an official notice for a garnishment hearing. The purpose of this hearing is to resolve disputes related to garnishment orders, where a creditor seeks to collect a debt directly from a debtor’s wages or bank account.

Form 20Q is essential for ensuring that all involved parties are properly informed of the garnishment hearing and have the opportunity to present their case. It helps maintain transparency and fairness in the garnishment process.

Filling this form out correctly is crucial for ensuring that the garnishment hearing proceeds smoothly. Follow these steps to complete the form:

Part 1: Court Information

Claim No.: Enter the claim number associated with the Small Claims Court case.

Garnishment No.: Enter the garnishment number provided by the court.

Part 2: Party Information

Creditor

Last Name or Name of Company

1. • Enter the last name of the individual creditor or the name of the creditor company.

First Name, Second Name, Also Known As:

1. • Enter the first name, middle name, and any aliases if applicable.

Address (Street Number, Apt. Unit):

1. • Enter the full street address, including the apartment or unit number.

City/Town, Province, Phone No., Postal Code, Email Address

1. • Provide the city or town, province, phone number, postal code, and email address of the creditor.

Representative (if applicable)

1. • Enter the name of the creditor’s representative.
   • Provide the Law Society of Ontario number.
   • Fill in the representative’s address, city/town, province, phone number, postal code, and email address.

Debtor

Last Name or Name of Company

1. • Enter the last name of the individual debtor or the name of the debtor company.

First Name, Second Name, Also Known As:

1. • Enter the first name, middle name, and any aliases if applicable.

Address (Street Number, Apt. Unit)

1. • Enter the full street address, including the apartment or unit number.

City/Town, Province, Phone No., Postal Code, Email Address

1. • Provide the city or town, province, phone number, postal code, and email address of the debtor.

Representative (if applicable)

1. • Enter the name of the debtor’s representative.
   • Provide the Law Society of Ontario number.
   • Fill in the representative’s address, city/town, province, phone number, postal code, and email address.

Garnishee

Last Name or Name of Company

1. • Enter the last name of the individual garnishee or the name of the garnishee company.

First Name, Second Name, Also Known As:

1. • Enter the first name, middle name, and any aliases if applicable.

Address (Street Number, Apt. Unit)

1. • Enter the full street address, including the apartment or unit number.

City/Town, Province, Phone No., Postal Code, Email Address

1. • Provide the city or town, province, phone number, postal code, and email address of the garnishee.

Representative (if applicable)

1. • Enter the name of the garnishee’s representative.
   • Provide the Law Society of Ontario number.
   • Fill in the representative’s address, city/town, province, phone number, postal code, and email address.

Co-owner of Debt (if any)

Last Name or Name of Company

1. • Enter the last name of the individual co-owner or the name of the co-owner company.

First Name, Second Name, Also Known As:

1. • Enter the first name, middle name, and any aliases if applicable.

Address (Street Number, Apt. Unit)

1. • Enter the full street address, including the apartment or unit number.

City/Town, Province, Phone No., Postal Code, Email Address

1. • Provide the city or town, province, phone number, postal code, and email address of the co-owner.

Representative (if applicable)

1. • Enter the name of the co-owner’s representative.
   • Provide the Law Society of Ontario number.
   • Fill in the representative’s address, city/town, province, phone number, postal code, and email address.

Part 3: Other Interested Person (if any)

Last Name or Name of Company

1. • Enter the last name of the individual interested person or the name of the interested person company.

First Name, Second Name, Also Known As:

1. • Enter the first name, middle name, and any aliases if applicable.

Address (Street Number, Apt. Unit)

1. • Enter the full street address, including the apartment or unit number.

City/Town, Province, Phone No., Postal Code, Email Address

1. • Provide the city or town, province, phone number, postal code, and email address of the interested person.

Representative (if applicable)

1. • Enter the name of the interested person’s representative.
   • Provide the Law Society of Ontario number.
   • Fill in the representative’s address, city/town, province, phone number, postal code, and email address.

Part 4: Hearing Details

Hearing Date and Time

1. • Contact the clerk of the court to schedule the hearing and fill in the date and time.

Address of Court Location and Courtroom Number

1. • Provide the full address and courtroom number where the hearing will take place.

Reason for Hearing

1. • Check the appropriate box to indicate who is requesting the hearing (creditor, debtor, garnishee, co-owner of debt, or another interested person).
   • Specify the reason for the hearing if the “other interested person” box is checked.

Part 5: Statement of Dispute

Details of Dispute

1. • In numbered paragraphs, provide a detailed explanation of the dispute and the orders you are requesting from the court.

Additional Pages

1. • If more space is needed, check the box indicating that additional pages are attached.

Part 6: Signature

Signature of Party or Representative:

1. • Sign and date the form. If you are the representative, include your name and position.

Notes

• Ensure the form is served to all relevant parties: creditor, debtor, garnishee, co-owner of debt (if any), and any other interested persons as required by R. 8.01(9).
• Visit Ontario Court Forms for accessible formats and additional information.
• For accessibility needs, contact the provided telephone numbers for assistance.

By following these steps, you can accurately complete Form 20Q and ensure that all necessary information is provided for the garnishment hearing.