Clear about fees
Free
initial telephone
consultation
1/2-hour, no-obligation, office consultation - £100 + VAT
1-hour, no-obligation, office consultation - £200 + VAT
PRIVATE CLIENT FEES
We are open about costs. We can usually deal with cases for an agreed fixed fee. Some sample fees are set out below.
For more serious or complex cases we will need to assess the work likely to be required. We can then usually offer you a fixed fee, either for the whole case or broken down into stages.
LEGAL AID
Mental Health Tribunal Cases - non means tested Legal Aid is available.
Criminal Cases - Legal Aid depends upon the nature of the allegation and the Court. Telephone us and we can carry out a check to see if you are eligible for legal aid.
Immigration Law - Only private client work available.
Court of Protection - Legal Aid may be available.
Criminal Defence Fees, INCLUDING ROAD TRAFFIC CASES
First Hearing, straightforward case, at any Magistrates Court in England and Wales £500+VAT
Exceptional hardship hearing (12 or more points on driving licence): £600+VAT
Attendance at local Benefits Agency for interview about unlawful benefits claim: £400+VAT
We also offer trial fees; please call for details.
CONSULTATION COSTS
Initial telephone consultation - FREE
30 minute first consultation by Skype or in office
£100 + VAT
1 hour first consultation by Skype or in office
£200 + VAT
Fixed fees are on the basis of a straightforward, single hearing case. A higher fee may be quoted if the case is unduly complex, serious or likely to result in a pre-sentence report.
We have offices in Hove, Worthing, Eastbourne and Hastings.
For advice on legal aid and fees, call us now on 01273 732 733
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