CompactLaw Legal Glossary

Assignment of Debt - definition

Where a debt owed to a party is assigned (sold) by that party to another. The party who owes the money then pays the new lender. Notice of assignment of a debt should be in writing. 

Press comments

"Obtaining even the most basic legal information from a solicitor can be expensive. Next time, before you make that call, have a look at CompactLaw.

It is quick to access and easy to navigate, and offers factsheets on legal processes, costs and issues."

The Guardian