Legal Fees
We pride ourselves on ensuring that we listen to you about your budget and we tailor our fees in discussion with each client. We guarantee no hidden charges and have built a solid reputation of fairness and transparency.
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Email: enquiries@pw-la.co.uk
Civil Cases – Fixed Fees
Our priority is to ensure that access to justice is available regardless of financial status. From day one every client is informed about costs before any work starts.
We provide flexible competitive Fixed Fees with a real reduction of over 20% to our services across the spectrum of claims which are a significant saving compared with other litigation and advocacy services.
Our fees cover advice, representation and advocacy services unmatched by what you would usually pay for litigation and advocacy services, because your case stays with us throughout. Our fees create considerable savings because we have day to day conduct of a case and undertake the Court or Tribunal Advocacy.
Patricia’s status as a litigator and advocate is defined under Civil Procedure Rules applied in the Civil Courts. This means conduct of your case on a day to day basis stays with Patricia the same as a solicitor and Patricia’s appearance in Court at Trial the same as a barrister.
Please see separate fee tables for Landlord & Tenant and Debt Recovery matters.
Employment Tribunal
Fixed Respondents’ Fees
Fixed Fees:
Written Advice: £500 – £1,750 plus VAT
Full Representation Fees to Final Hearing
1 day trial: £1,500 plus VAT (including ongoing case preparation and attendance at trial)
Subsequent trial days (per day): £1,000 plus VAT
Employment Tribunal
Claimants – No Win, No Fee
We are conscious that particularly Claimant clients often have limited funds which is why we offer Damage Based Agreement (“DBA”) – “NO WIN, NO FEE” funding to all Claimants where we have assessed a case as having at least 51% merit to pursue.
How Does DBA Work?
A Damages Based Agreement (DBA) is funding that we agree to provide which is contingent upon the success of your case. It is determined as a percentage of the compensation that you receive if your claim is successful. We may not recover costs from you for more than the total amount under the DBA, which is set once the amount you recover is calculated i.e. £35,000; we would receive £12,250 (inclusive of VAT). If your case is lost we will receive nothing.
We have conducted many successful claims for Claimants under DBA funding, and have settled claims before trials on a significant amount of claims. It is beneficial to Claimants because you do not have to concern yourself about finding funds to pursue a claim against your Employer.
What Fees does the Claimant Pay?
You will not be required to make any payment for representation. Under the terms of the DBA we will retain 35% of any settlement or award.
Any expenses (disbursements) such as experts reports must be paid by you, although these only usually arise where there is a dispute about disability or potentially in high value claims where expert evidence is required to give independent opinion on an issue arising in the claim.
Any disbursements would be identified and agreed in advance. However, if by order of a Tribunal an expert is required, there is no flexibility to avoid the requirement. Medical reports can cost between £500 to £2,500 including VAT.
However, in practice, unless there are complex medical issues challenged by Respondents, where they do not accept medical records, these are usually not required in Tribunal proceedings. It is however, something that must be borne in mind as a potential cost.
Our Fees
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Case & Document Review - £175+VAT |
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Drafting Claim and issuing possession proceedings County Court - Section 21 Notice - £175+VAT |
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Drafting Claim and issuing possession proceedings in County Court - Section 8 Notice -£250+VAT |
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Preparation Review Hearing (including document bundle) & Representation - £350+VAT |
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Court Fee to Issue Proceedings(subject to change) County Court - £415 |
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Advocacy fee in addition if required for final hearing - £400-£950+VAT |
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Warrant of Possession (drafting plus Court fee (£152-subject to change) |
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Transferring up proceedings to High Court for writ of possession and control (Optional for Judgments over £600, must be used for judgment over £25000) Writ of Possession(includes High Court Enforcement agency instruction) - £250+VAT |
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Why Choose PW-LA?
WHY SHOULD YOU INSTRUCT PW-LA REPRESENT YOU?
EXPERT alternative dispute resolution
With specialist expertise in dispute resolution, PW-LA delivers comprehensive litigation and advocacy services focussing on tailored fixed fees to meet clients’ specific budgets and desired outcomes.
CLient centred approach
Clients are priority receiving equal attention to your unique experiences, perspectives and circumstances; listening to your concerns with empathy and understanding, and acting in your best interests is the service you can expect. Taking care to ensure your budget aligns with your expectations and achieving that best desired outcome. You will receive clear, practical advice and representation, guiding you through the legal process with transparency, at all times mindful of legal costs to pursue or defend a case.
embracing advanced technology
PW-LA embraces the latest technology and tailored specialist legal AI software, passing on the benefits of reduced preparation times, and adding savings on costs. Providing you with convenient and efficient litigation and advocacy services. From virtual consultations to flexible communication options, including WhatsApp and Zoom, we ensure that you can access our services anytime, anywhere.
Get in touch today
Get in touch with PW-LA today for an initial free, no obligation consultation.
Our registered office is at Tower House Business Centre, Fishergate, York, YO10 4UA, United Kingdom.
