Costs & Pricing.
We believe you should understand what a matter is likely to cost before you commit to it. The figures below are indicative ranges for two areas where we regularly publish our pricing. In every case, you will receive a written quote before we begin work.
The information on this page is intended to give you a realistic sense of our fees before you instruct us. All figures are our professional fees only and are exclusive of VAT and of disbursements — the third-party costs, such as court fees and counsel's fees, described further below. The precise figure within any range depends on the value and complexity of your matter, which is why we always provide a tailored, written fee quote before any work is carried out.
Debt recovery
Our fees for a debt recovery claim depend on the track to which the court allocates the claim. The court decides the track based on the value and complexity of the claim; the ranges below are indicative and exclude disbursements such as expert evidence and court fees.
Generally claims up to £10,000. Our fees for these matters are typically fixed.
Generally more substantial or contested claims allocated to the fast track.
Higher-value or more complex claims. A fee estimate is provided once we have reviewed the case papers.
The figure within each range depends on the complexity of the case — for example, the number of parties, the volume of documents, whether liability is disputed, and whether the matter proceeds to a contested hearing. For multi-track matters in particular, we provide a considered fee estimate after reviewing the case papers, rather than a fixed figure at the outset.
Where a barrister (counsel) is instructed to attend a one-day hearing, their fee may be in the region of £1,500 plus VAT, though this varies depending on the counsel instructed and the nature of the hearing.
Employment Tribunal — defending claims (for employers)
We advise and represent employers defending claims brought before the Employment Tribunal by an employee — for example, claims for unfair dismissal or wrongful dismissal.
For this work, our fees are typically in the region of £2,000 to £10,000 (excluding VAT), depending on the nature and complexity of the case. Costs will increase further if the matter proceeds to a final hearing (trial). As with all our work, we provide a written fee quote before we commence, and we keep you informed as the matter progresses.
Disbursements
Disbursements are costs payable to third parties that we incur on your behalf as part of your matter. They are additional to our professional fees. Depending on your case, these may include:
- Court fees — payable to HM Courts & Tribunals Service to issue and progress a claim. These are set by the court and vary according to the value of the claim. Please see the court fees information (EX50) on GOV.UK.
- Counsel's (barrister's) fees — where a barrister is instructed to advise, draft, or represent you at a hearing. As a guide, attendance at a one-day hearing may be in the region of £1,500 plus VAT, though this depends on the counsel instructed.
- Expert evidence — where an independent expert report is required to support the claim or defence. The cost depends on the field of expertise and the scope of the report.
- Other disbursements — such as process server fees, enforcement fees, and search or copying charges, where applicable.
VAT
All the fees quoted on this page are exclusive of VAT. Where VAT applies, it is charged in addition at the prevailing rate (currently 20%). Certain disbursements, such as counsel's fees, may also attract VAT; court fees generally do not. Your written quote will make clear where VAT is payable.
How we quote
Every matter is different, and the ranges above are a guide rather than a promise. Before we begin work, we review your papers and provide a written quote setting out our anticipated fees, the likely disbursements, and how VAT applies. If circumstances change during the matter — for instance, if a case becomes more complex or proceeds to a hearing — we will discuss and agree any revised costs with you in writing, never as a surprise on the invoice.
Tell us about your matter — we'll give you a written estimate.
Initial enquiries are confidential and without obligation. You will receive a clear, written fee quote before any work begins.