Court Bundle Index Generator
Generate a CPR-compliant court bundle index for civil hearings, with customisable sections for pleadings, orders, witness statements, expert reports, documents, and authorities.
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When to use this tool
Use when preparing a trial bundle or hearing bundle for civil court proceedings. The Civil Procedure Rules and CPR Practice Direction 32 set out requirements for how bundles should be organised and indexed. A properly structured bundle index speeds up hearings, assists the judge, and avoids adverse costs consequences for a disorganised bundle.
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Bundle Sections
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Section A — Pleadings and Statements of Case
Section B — Orders and Directions
Section C — Witness Statements
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Section E — Documentary Evidence
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Legal basis and guidance
- CPR Practice Direction 32 — sets out requirements for trial bundles, including pagination, organisation, and index requirements.
- Civil Justice Council Bundle Guidance — detailed guidance on preparation of bundles for civil hearings (updated 2021).
- CPR r.39.5 — trial bundles must be lodged with the court not more than 7 days and not less than 3 days before the trial.
- Always follow any specific bundle directions made by the court or judge in your case — specific orders override the general practice direction.
Next steps
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- Witness Statements and Giving Evidence in Civil CasesHow to prepare civil witness statements and give evidence: CPR 32, the statement of truth, PD 57AC, hearsay notices and help for vulnerable witnesses.