FAMILY LAW CHARGES

Initial stage included?

Initial instructions; gathering of information; consideration of documents; providing advice; preparing applications in the family courts, drafting witness statement; submitting the application; and/or advising the client on timelines and the outcome of their application; and/or instructing counsel, experts, interpreters, translators (where applicable). 

FAMILY CASE TIMELINE

The length of your case, from receiving initial instructions to getting a final resolution, varies depending on the stage at which your case is resolved. If a settlement is reached through mediation, it is expected to take approximately 3-8 weeks. However, if your claim proceeds to a final hearing, the timeframe is likely to be around 6-9 months, depending on when the Tribunal schedules the hearing.

Please note that these timeframes are approximate, and we will be able to provide a more accurate estimate, as we gather more information and progress with the matter. If any unforeseen complexities arise, Trojan Solicitors will keep you informed and provide a revised estimate time.

DISBURSEMENTS

Disbursements are additional costs involved in your matter, payable to 3rd parties, such as court fees, Council/Barrister’s, Expert’s fees, and Post or courier charges. Such as the following: ​

• Barristers’ fees are generally estimated between £1,000 to £2,500 per day (plus VAT), depending on the level of experience of the council, for providing representation at a Tribunal Hearing. For complex cases it may be advisable to instruct a more senior barrister and their fees will be higher.

• Ancillary disbursements such as courier and postage charges, etc.

• The expert fee is dependent upon the type of report and can be in the range of £800 – £2000 VAT exclusive.

• Other unexpected costs. Fee Range can be varied or can be given for these costs after knowing what is required at a particulate matter stage of the proceedings.

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Basic Hourly rates below: Lawyer experience & qualification

(Family Matter VAT is charged @20%)

Hourly rates vary according to the experience of the professional dealing with cases. We also consider the complexity, urgency, and value of the matter.

• Solicitors with over 8 years’ experience:  £500 + VAT

• Solicitors with over 4 years’ experience:  £350 + VAT

• Solicitors with less than 4 years’ experience:  £300 + VAT

• Trainee solicitors/caseworkers/paralegals & fee earners:  £195 + VAT

Solicitor Court Representation Charges

(VAT is charged @20%)

If we are instructed to attend a family court hearing, then there will be an additional charge as given below. This includes our travel costs:

• Solicitors with over 8 years’ experience:  £1,500 – 2,000 per day + VAT.

• Solicitors with over 4 years’ experience: £1,000-1,500 per day + VAT.

• Solicitors with less than 4 years’ experience: £300-1000 per day + VAT.