Subject to our assemment, we are also able to advise and assist on a ‘no win no fee’ basis and will help you understand the process of making a claim, as well as keeping you fully formed about the progress of your claim. We do not offer ‘no win no fee’ on all cases.
Our job is to win your case and maximise your compensation. How we go about doing this will be tailored to you, because equally important is securing the right treatment, rehabilitation and expert evidence to aid your recovery, whilst keeping you at the centre of the process without it dominating your life.
Our Fees
Due to the varying nature and complexity of disputes that can arise, it is not always possible to give a definitive estimate of costs. It will always be our aim to give you an estimation of the best possible cost from the outset and keep you updated as to any changes throughout the case.
The hourly rate applied will be dependent on the qualification and experience of your Solicitor and these rates are set out below:
- Partner: £300.00 plus VAT
- Senior Solicitor with at least 8 years post qualification: £250 plus VAT
- Solicitor/Fee Earner with less than 8 years post qualification: £200.00 plus VAT
- Trainees: £125.00 plus VAT
We offer an initial meeting at a fixed fee, agreed in advance, to discuss your case and your specific needs and to discuss how we can assist you moving forward. In straightforward matters, we will typically charge £150.00 plus VAT for a meeting up to one hour. This fixed fee could increase depending on the complexity of your matter. We may charge more, for example, if we are required to consider any documentation in advance of our initial consultation or if it is likely that the consultation will last more than one hour.
Other Funding Options
- You may have an insurance policy to fund the legal fees involved in bringing a medical negligence claim. Many people do not realise that they have the benefit of this kind of insurance. Frequently an insurance policy primarily designed to cover some other risk and can cover a mdeical claim. Examples:
- Home insurance or home contents policies
- Car insurance policies
- Credit card insurance
- Employer’s insurance policies
- Private healthcare insurance policies
- Personal accident insurance policies
It is essential that such cover is identified. If you do have a policy, we will be able to advise you on whether that policy is suitable. Sometimes although cover exists, the indemnity limits may be too low or claim type may be limited. Can I use your firm instead? You do not have to accept the law firm recommended by your insurer.
2. Legal Aid is now only available for medical negligence claims in which babies have suffered significant neurological injury under the age of 8 weeks. Unfortunately, we have not registered with the Legal Aid Agency to undertake legally aided medical negligence work.
3. No win no fee – We do not currently offer this service for medical negligence.