We can assist in recovering of debts. The exact cost of our fees will depend on the size of the debt and the complexity of the matter. We have a well experienced debt recovery department that is headed by a qualified Solicitor. The rates charged are:
We can help you secure the repayment of a debt owed to you.
All the work in this department is supervised by Mr Victor Adeniyi. We will always tell you who will be dealing with your matter
Our fees for debt recovery are as follow:
Debt value | Recoverable Court issue fee |
Non-Complex matter | fee range from £1000.00 to £3000.00 plus VAT at the rate of 20% [£1200.00 to £3600.00] |
Medium Complex matter | fee range from £3000.00 to £8000.00 plus VAT at the rate of 20% [£3600.00 to £9600.00]. |
High Complex matter | fee range from £8000.00 to £20,000.00 plus VAT at the rate of 20% [£9600.00 to £24000.00] |
Below are the stages in any debt recovery matter:
Court fees varies depending on the debt. The fees range £35 (for unpaid debts not exceeding £300) to £5,000 (where the unpaid debt is £100,000). All disbursements have to be paid in addition to our fess.
Counsel’s fees range from between £1500.00 to £10000.00 plus VAT @the rate of 20%. [£1800.00 to £12000.00] Counsels fees depend on the seniority of the Counsel and complexity of the case. These could be charged for a day’s hearing.
Where VAT is applicable it will be charged at the rate of 20%. Most disbursements in debt matter attract VAT.
Also, you are advised that certain cases take a long time before the matter is settled. It is difficult to give a time estimate for this kind of matter. However, matters can take 2 to 4 weeks if it is settled immediately, but sometimes matters can take 1 or 2 years if the matter is contested. Also, we cannot guarantee that we will be successful in our recovery process.
The above fees are meant to be a guide only, please call us to discuss your matter.
If you are looking into buying or selling property we can always assist.
The Head of The Conveyancing Department is Mr Victor Adeniyi. He is well experienced in property matter. He has completed a lot of property transactions. He has well over 15 years’ experience. There are other Solicitors and consultants working under his supervision. We will give you proper and adequate legal advice with respect to your property transactions.
Our fees are below, and it all depends how complex the property transaction is. Also please note that you can always call us to discuss the fees below, and to discuss how complex the matter.
Sale and Purchase cost plus VAT [ our fees]
Price Freehold (plus VAT & Disbursements)
Our Fees - £500.00 plus VAT @20% = £600.00
Monies on Account £300.00
Management Pack/LPE1- We will be advised of this cost by the Managing Agent/Freeholder. Once we have been informed of the charges, we will advise you.
Monies on Account £300.00
Identity Check (per person) £10.00 [No Vat]
Bank Transfer Fee (per transfer) £12.00 [No Vat]
Stamp Duty If stamp duty is applicable, you can find more information and a calculator at https://www.tax.service.gov.uk/calculate-stamp-duty-land-tax/#/holding
Completion of Stamp Duty Form £100.00 + VAT @20% = 120
Land Registry Fee This is dependent on the value of the property. For more information, please visit https://www.gov.uk/guidance/hm-land-registry-registration-services-fees
Land Registry Searches £3.00 – OS1/2
£2.00 – Bankruptcy Search (per name)
Searches £180.00 (approximately)
Please note that there might be other disbursements not mentioned here which you might incur, we will advise you accordingly as we progress your matter.
Acting for Lender (if applicable ) £200.00 + VAT @20 = £240.00 (approximately)
If there are additional costs/disbursements in the sale or purchase of any property, we will advise you accordingly.
Conveyancing transactions take between 2 to 3 months depending on the nature of the transaction. Also please note that other factors may cause a delay in the transaction i.e., additional search enquiries, defective title etc.
Please note that you are advised to call us, as the above are just guide only.
Kindly find below keys stages of a sale transaction:
The key stages of a purchase transaction:
We offer a bespoke service when it comes to Employment law. We can assist you in filing various claims against an employer for a breach of employment law. We can also defend claims against employers.
We have a team of lawyers that can offer good advice and service when it comes to employment law. Our Fees are charged at hourly rate. Initially we charge a consultation fee of £120 pounds plus VAT @20% to discuss your matter. This is just an initial consultation fee.
Our Fee Earners charge hourly rate plus VAT.
Rates are charged according to the Seniority of the individual handling the case.
We also charge a fixed fee in certain cases. Please call us to discuss this.
The exact costs of a case depend on the complexity of the matter, and the amount of work involved.
Non-Complex Employment Matter- fee ranges between £5000.00 to £10000.00 excluding VAT. The VAT rate is 20% of the total fees due
Medium Complex matter fee ranges from £10,000.00 to £15,000.00 excluding VAT @20%.
High Complex Matter – fee ranges from £15,000.00 to £20,000.00 excluding VAT @20%
Our Senior Solicitors charge between £200.00 to £267 per hour, while the paralegal, legal assistant and Junior Solicitors charge between £70.00 per hour to £150.00 per hour.
It is difficult to estimate the fees of the Counsel, it is not unusual for a junior Counsel to charge between £1000.00 to £1500.00 per day. While a Senior Counsel will charge £3500.00 to £5000.00 per day. Please note that the disbursements will include VAT at the rate of 20%.
Expert fees can also range from between £1200.00 plus VAT to £5000.00 plus VAT at the rate of 20%. The costs depend on the complexity of the case , and the work needed to be done.
There are also court fees to be paid as part of disbursements. Court fees do not incur VAT .
Please note that all disbursements will be charged and paid separately apart from our professional fees. These payments are paid to Barristers/Experts and Courts on your behalf.
Below are the types of routine services we provide in employment matter:
We cannot give you an estimate of how long a case will take. All these depend on various factors i.e., listing of the case by the tribunal, and other matters outside our control. If a matter is settled during pre-claim, then your matter is likely to take between 6 weeks to 12 weeks. If your matter goes to full hearing, it is not unusual for cases to go beyond one year and up to 2 years. Please note that this is just an estimate . Sometimes there are situation outside our control which delay cases. Also note that we cannot give a guarantee on the outcome of your case.
These fees are meant as a guide, please call us to discuss your matter and fees.
Our fees below will depend on the complexity of your matter. These fees are just for your guidance only. Also please note that in Immigration matters we also must pay experts fees, interpreters fees and sometimes Barristers fees.
We have good immigration Law Department. They offer a very good and professional service.
The hourly rate of our Fee Earners in the Immigration Law Department varies, and it depends on the seniority of the fee Earner handling your matter.
Our fixed fees for the following immigration applications are as follow:
In addition to our professional fees, you are likely to incur disbursements which you will have to pay separately. Disbursements may include, Home Office fees, Expert Report Fees, court fees etc.
Range of fees for disbursements are as follow:
Application fees range from £1000.00 to £2500.00 or in excess of this amount. The amount of disbursements depend on the type of application and number of applicants. No Vat are chargeable on Home Office application fees
Court Hearing fees range from £140.00 to £1200.00 depending on the type of hearing.
Expert fees can range from £600.00 to £4000.00 or in excess. Some expert fees in immigration matters do not incur VAT due to the resident status of the applicant.
Barristers fees can range from £500.00 to £3000.00 . The amount of fees depends on the experience of the Barristers and the complexity of the matter. Some of the Immigration Disbursements will not incur VAT because of the resident status of the applicant/appellant.
The above fees are meant to be a guide only.
We cannot give a timescale for completion matter. This depends on so many factors i.e., Home Office, courts and any other matter outside our control. However, most immigration matters can take between 6 months to 12 months or more to resolve.
Also, you are advised to call us to discuss your matter on the above costs.
We can help you obtain a ‘grant of probate’ or grant of letters of administration’ following the death of someone. This will give you legal right to deal with their assets/estates.
Our Probate departments is under the Supervision of a Solicitor who has over 12 years PQE.
Low Complex matter – fees range from £3000 - £10000- These are exclusive of VAT at the rate of 20%
Medium Complex Matter – fees range from £10000 - £20000 exclusive of VAT @20%
High Complex Matter – fees range from £20,000 - £30000 exclusive of VAT @ 20%
The above figures are meant to serve as a guide only. You should call us to discuss your matter.
Please note that the above fees are exclusive of all disbursements. Most disbursements are exclusive of VAT. The VAT rate is 20%. We do not add VAT to disbursements, this would have already been added by a third party. The type of disbursements you will likely incur are as follow:
Tracing fees – range £200 to £500 plus VAT @ 20%
Advertisement in the Newspaper fees ranges from £50.00 - £600 plus VAT @ 20% – depending on the paper
Probate Registration Application fees -£215.00 [No Vat]
HMLR office copy entries £3.00 [No Vat]
Inheritance Tax Fees
Please note that there are other disbursements to be incurred which are not listed here.
Below is the likely process to obtaining grant of probate:
This usually depends on the complexity of the matter. The matter can take between 3 to 12 months , and it may take longer in some cases.
Service | Our Fee | VAT | Court Fees | Total |
Consultation fee[ up to 1 hour advice] | £120.00 | £20.00 | Nil | £140.00 |
Divorce/dissolution of civil partnership (petitioner – uncontested) |
£1500.00 | £300.00 | £550.00 | £2350.00 |
Divorce/dissolution of civil partnership (respondent – uncontested) |
£1500.00 | £300.00 | 0 | £1800.00 |
Parental Responsibility Agreement | £600.00 | £120.00 | Nil | £720.00 |
Shared Parenting Agreement | £600.00 | £120.00 | Nil | £720.00 |
We charge hourly rate for financial settlements.