Below is a glossary of some terms you will find in our pricing to better understand our fee arrangements. 

Legal Aid funding is available to qualifying client in respect of asylum cases i.e., Initial asylum claims, Fresh claims, and Appeals. 

Our fees will be charged at fixed fee plus VAT 20% in the normal course of procedure. Where a case exceeds the normal course of procedure, hourly rate plus VAT at 20% may apply. 

Whilst we may file our applications in some instances the conclusion of the matter depends on the Home Office responses and Tribunal Directions. However, clients will always be kept updated of the progress of their applications and matters. 

Our fees will he charged at hourly rate plus VAT at 20% 

The work would involve: 

The hourly rates set out above cover all of the work in relation to the following key stages of a claim except for initial consultation which is always a fixed fee of £120 plus 20% VAT=£120: 

The stages set out above are an indication and however if some of stages above are not required, the fee will be reduced. You may wish to handle the claim yourself and only have our advice in relation to some of the stages. This can also be arranged on your individual needs. 

 

The time that it takes from taking your initial instructions to the final resolution of your matter depends largely on the stage at which your case is resolved. If a settlement is reached during pre-claim conciliation, your case is likely to take 2-16 weeks. 

If your claim proceeds to a Final Hearing, your case is likely to take 16-52 weeks. This is just an estimate and we will of course be able to give you a more accurate timescale once we have more information and as the matter progresses. 

 

We can assist with tribunal representation working in collaboration with some of the reputable Barristers. 

 

Unpaid wages/breach of contract - Average £2,500 plus VAT and disbursements. 

 

Unfair dismissal claim - Average £3,500 plus VAT and disbursements 

 

Discrimination claim - Between £5,000 - £7,000 plus VAT and disbursements 

 

Prices quoted are for representation throughout the full stage of proceedings up to a final hearing. Work would include the draft of initial pleadings, attendance at a preliminary hearing to discuss case management, dealing with the case management orders including preparation of a schedule of loss; dealing with disclosure of documents/preparation of a bundle and drafting of witness statements. We would also instruct and liaise with a barrister for any final preparations before attending the final hearing. 

Disbursements including a barrister attending the hearing can range from £600 - £3,500 plus VAT depending on the length of the hearing and experience of the barrister. Clients will be informed as early as possible about the costs of the barrister. 

On average an employment tribunal can take up to 6 months though this depends on each case. 

Our fees will he charged at hourly rate plus VAT at 20% 

We offer an up to one hour appointment either in person or over the telephone for a fixed fee of £100 plus 20% VAT, after which our expert solicitor will draw up a detailed letter confirming the specific tailored advice given. 

All prices subject to full terms and conditions. 

As part of SRA transparency rules, we are obliged to publish details of our charges for civil litigation. 

 

Our fees will he charged at hourly rate plus VAT at 20% 

 

Below are our charges where your claim is in relation to an unpaid invoice which is not disputed, and enforcement action is not needed. 

If the other party disputes your claim at any point, we will discuss any further work required and provide you with revised advice about costs, if necessary, which could be on a fixed fee (e.g. if a one off letter is required), or an hourly rate if more extensive work is needed. 

For straightforward matters and to ensure that clients receive value for money, we may ask a trainee solicitor, paralegal or similar to undertake the relevant work under the supervision of a qualified solicitor, and we will let you know who this is. 

 

Details of Court fees can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/fees-in-the-civil-and-family-courts-main-fees-ex50 

We understand that clients want to know how long the debt collection process will take. Whilst we can act quickly for you, the court expects parties to comply with certain rules before a claim is issued. Also, how long recovering a debt takes does depend on third parties, including the court and the debtor themselves. 

General time frames are set out below: 

It is important to understand that: 

What can be added to a judgment debt in respect of your legal costs is fixed by law. Details of the fixed costs can be found here: https://www.justice.gov.uk/courts/procedure-rules/civil/rules/part45-fixed-costs 

 

In summary, what you can claim towards your legal costs and what will be added to your judgment debt is. 

 

 

Consumers are protected under The Consumer Rights Act, which became law in 2015, and replaced three major pieces of consumer legislation – the Sale of Goods Act, Unfair Terms in Consumer Contracts Regulations, and the Supply of goods and Services Act. Those who purchase services or products from businesses ought to have a peace of mind in knowing that what they purchase is fit for purpose. The purpose of the updated Consumer Rights Act was to modernise and strengthen consumer law, whilst giving clearer shopping rights to the consumer. 

 

Complaint where the service or goods purchased are not as presented by the seller and when this is not resolved can escalate quickly into legal action. We deal with the following aspects of Consumer disputes. 

 

The lease or tenancy agreement, deals with the relationship between the Landlord and tenant. So, it is important that this relationship is clearly defined at the commencement of the lease period. Invariably disputes often arise and may lead up to litigation. The main points of dispute are the following.