Debt Response Charges
| Letter before action | Amount of Claim | Court Issue Fee | Court Issue Fee On-Line | Fixed costs on issue of claim | Fixed rates on applying for judgement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| £15.00 plus Vat | Up to £300 | £35.00 | £25.00 | £50.00 | |
| £15.00 plus Vat | From £301 to £500 | £50.00 | £35.00 | £50.00 | |
| £15.00 plus Vat | £501 to £1,000 | £70 | £60 | £70 | |
| £15.00 plus Vat | £1,000.01 to £1,500 | £80 | £70 | £80 | £25.00 up to £5,00 |
| £15.00 plus Vat | £1,500.01 to £3,000 | £115.00 | £105.00 | £80 | £35.00 up to £10,000 |
| £50.00 plus Vat | £3,000.01 to £5,000 | £205.00 | £185.00 | £80 | |
| £50.00 plus Vat | £5,000.01 to £10,000 | £455.00 | £410.00 | £100.00 | |
| * Hourly rate charged see below | £10,000 upwards | 5% of sum claimed | 4.5% of sum claimed | * Hourly rate charged see below |
A letter before action includes a telephone call to the Debtor to request payment if no initial response is received at the expiry of the 7 days and/or 2nd chaser letter to the Debtor if telephone contact is not made.
Hourly rates for letter before action for debts over £10,000 upwards
- Alan Lodge £216.00 per hour
- Diana Crone £120.00 per hour
If the matter is defended our usual hourly rates apply:
Employment
| Employment | Fees |
|---|---|
| Standard Settlement Agreement | £250 + Vat |
| Complex Settlement Agreement | £350 – £550 + Vat |
| Standard Staff Handbook (based on 4hrs work) | £764.00 + Vat |
| Additional Policies (based on 1.5hrs work) | £285.00 + Vat |
| Basic Contract (based on 2hrs work) | £328.00 + Vat |
| Our pricing for bringing and defending wrongful dismissal claims: | |
| Standard case | £7,500 + Vat |
| Medium complexity | £11,000 – £15,000 + Vat |
| High complexity case | £14,000 – £19,500 =+ Vat |
There will be an additional charge for attending a Tribunal Hearing of £1,00.00 per day + Vat. Generally, we would allow 1-3 days depending on the complexity of your case.
Disbursements
| Disbursements |
|---|
| Disbursements are costs related to your matter that are payable to third parties, such as Court fees. We handle the payment of the disbursements on your behalf to ensure a smoother process |
| Counsels Fees: Counsels fees are dependent upon the experience of the advocate. We will provide you with a fee estimate for the particular advocate for attending a Tribunal hearing (including preparation (that is selected for your matter) |
Landlord & Tenant
| Landlord & Tenant | Fees | Vat | Court Fees | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Possession Claims & Section 21 Notices | £800.00 | £160.00 | £1,315.00 | |
| Bailiff’s Warrant (if needed) | £121.00 | £20.00 | £110.00 | £230.00 |
| Any hearings or personal service extra | ||||
| Possession Claims & S8 Notices | £900 | £180.00 | £355.00 | £1,435.00 |
| Advocacy fee appx | £150.00 | £30.00 | £180.00 | |
| Bailiff’s Warrants (if needed) | £121.00 | £20.00 | £110.00 | £230.00 |
Personal service of Notice (if needed) extra.
Family Law
| Family Law | Fees | Vat | Court Fees | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uncontested Divorce Petitioner | £700.00 | £140.00 | £550.00 | £1,390.00 |
| Uncontested Divorce Respondent | £600.00 | £120.00 | £720.00 |
Advocacy: Interim Hearings: £1,140 + Vat for 1/2 day
Wills & Power of Attorney
| Wills & Power of Attorney | Fees | Vat | Court Fees | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Will | £200.00 | £40.00 | £240.00 | |
| Husband / Wife as mirror Wills | £350.00 | £70.00 | £420.00 | |
| Power of Attorney: Single (health & welfare or finances) | £350.00 | £70.00 | £82.00 registration fee | £502.00 |
| Power of Attorney: Both | £600.00 | £120.00 | £164.00 registration fee | £884.00 |
| 2x Wills & 2x Power of Attorney | £1,000.00 | £200.00 | £1,200.00 |