Part 36 Rewards
HOCHTIEF V ATKINS ( 2019) EWHC 3028 ( TCC) saw a claimant who bettered their Part 36 quantum offer by just £4,500 secure an uplift of £65,000 and interest at…
Can Deputies claim for tax work within the Bill of Costs?
Can Deputies claim for tax work within the Bill of Costs? During the Deputyship period, the Deputy may need to enlist the help of a tax advisor to assess P’s…
The Modernising of the Lasting Power of Attorney
The lasting power of attorney (LPA) was introduced in 2007. It was designed to provide more flexibility and greater protections than its predecessor, the enduring power of attorney (EPA). In…
What would be in the best interests of P in terms of her residence, care and support, and contact with her children?
The best interests of an 84-year old woman (RP) with Alzheimer’s disease was considered in the case of DA v EP & Ors (COP – Deprivation of Liberty/Welfare) [2020] EWCOP…
Guideline Hourly Rates 2021 & Other Changes Impacting COP Costs
From 1st October 2021, the new Guideline Hourly Rates will come into force. This means that from this date, subject to your retainer/client care letter, you will be able to…
Update on Fixed Costs
Further to our earlier update, Professor Dominic Regan shares his thoughts on the MOJ’s extension of fixed costs for cases worth up to £100,000. You can find out more about…
Who can sign a Bill or Statement of Costs?
A Bill or Statement of Costs must be signed. This requirement is contained at CPR 47 PD 5.21 in the case of a bill, or CPR 44 PD 9.5(3) for…
Fixed recoverable costs to be extended as Jackson proposals accepted
The government’s response to the MOJ consultation on Extending Fixed Recoverable Costs in Civil Cases has now been published and can be found here. The report confirms that the recommendations…