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The High Court, on appeal from the Circuit Court, grants judgment in default of appearance, affirming that service of judicial separation proceedings via the social media platform 'WeChat' was properly effected. The High Court recognised that the respondent was aware of the proceedings and had engaged with the process, thus validating the service method. The High Court's decision allows the judicial separation proceedings to continue, extending the time for the respondent to file necessary documents and confirming that all documents served to date via 'WeChat' and email are deemed good and sufficient service.
Judicial Separation, Service of Proceedings, Social Media, 'WeChat', Substituted Service, High Court, Circuit Court, Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2008, Courts Act 1964, Electronic Service, Default of Appearance, International Jurisdiction, Family Law, Appeal, Affidavit of Service, Remote Appearance
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