OUR CHARGES

We provide clients with a clear explanation about our charges at the outset. Our charges will be confirmed in writing at the start of the case and we provide clients with regular updates about costs incurred. If you have any queries about our charges, we will be happy to discuss this with you.

It is vital that there is a clear understanding about how your case will be funded.

There are five ways to fund your case:-

1. NO WIN NO FEE

We are prepared to consider a no win no fee agreement in some cases. This means that if your claim against your employer fails, you will not be responsible to pay our costs. If your claim succeeds we would seek a percentage of any award/settlement. Before was can consider a no win no fee agreement we would need to assess your case and your papers. We will charge a fee for this. Even if we are not prepared deal with the case under a no win no fee agreement from the outset, we may agree to proceed under a no win no fee agreement after proceedings are issued.  

2. PAYING ON AN HOURLY BASIS

Under this type of agreement we will charge by the amount of time we spend dealing with your case. Our charges are £170 per hour plus VAT.
Our charges are reviewed on the 1st of September each year and if there is any change to the hourly charge, you will be notified in writing and will be asked to agree any change.

3. FIXED FEES

We offer fixed fees for specific items of work such as drafting Employment Tribunal Claims, drafting discrimination questionnaires or preparing witness statements. The amount we charge will depend on our view of the complexity of the case.

4. LEGAL EXPENSE INSURANCE

We suggest that you check to see if you have legal expense cover. Your insurance company will authorise us to act on your behalf if the case has a good prospect of success.

5. COMPROMISE AGREEMENTS

If your employer offers you a compromise agreement, your employer would be expected to contribute towards your legal costs. The extent of this contribution will vary from case to case but is usually sufficient to pay all your legal costs.