Principle

CIVIL PROCEDURE — Appellate Practice — Formulation of Issues for Determination — Respondent’s Discretion

Area of law: CIVIL PROCEDURE
Court: Supreme Court

A respondent may select issues that favour his client. The principle applies to appellate practice. The respondent need not respond to all grounds. The rule allows strategic focus. The appellant must still argue his grounds. The principle is well-established.

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