Part 36 – Important Changes to Interest
From 1 April 2021 a key change to Part 36 means that additional interest will not be payable where the Part 36 offer is accepted after the relevant period unless…
From 1 April 2021 a key change to Part 36 means that additional interest will not be payable where the Part 36 offer is accepted after the relevant period unless…
Discussing fees with a client is often one of the most stressful parts of a solicitor’s job. Social taboos around talking about money run deep; studies have consistently shown that…
Until an invoice is delivered in accordance with the Act, a solicitor does not have any right to take client money. Doing so could (and probably would) be a breach…
Recently we have seen a steady rise in cases brought by former clients against firms seeking refunds of their legal fees. These claims often stemmed from problems with the invoice…
The note at the top of the Listing Questionnaire states “if no costs management order has been made you must attach estimates of costs incurred to date, and of your…
The CJC has announced its recommendations for guideline hourly rates. Matthew Rose considers the impact on solicitors practicing outside London
Understanding Belsner v Cam Legal Services is critical for anyone who acts under CFAs, and will have far-reaching consequences; check your terms
This article supplements and updates one titled Consequences of Beating a Part 36 Offer: Injustice published on 12 June 2019. The case of Rawbank SA -v- Travelex Banknotes Limited [2020]…