During the course of the proceedings you may be advised to make or respond to a Part 36 offer. This is an offer to reach a settlement, which, if made in accordance with certain rules, carries costs consequences if refused by the party to whom the offer was made, depending on the ultimate outcome of the case. A Part 36 offer will not be shown to the trial judge, but will be disclosed at the end of the trial when the court is asked to consider who should pay the costs of the proceedings. A Part 36 offer is a useful tactical weapon if you want to attempt settlement without potentially compromising your case. At Robertsons Family Law we can discuss the appropriateness and implications of a Part 36 offer with you based on the circumstances of your case.