Please note that the above scale of costs is only an estimate based on dealing with a straightforward recovery matter without it being contested. Should the matter become contested then the above fee scale would not apply and will be chargeable on our hourly rate of £150 plus VAT. We will inform you of any additional costs before you incur any.

Anyone wishing to proceed with a claim should note that:

• (Please note that VAT is charged at 20% on all our fees and any disbursements which may attract VAT)
• Interest and compensation may take the debt into a higher banding, with a higher cost.
• The costs quoted above are not for matters where enforcement action, such as the bailiff, is needed to collect your debt.

Our fee includes:

• Taking your instructions and reviewing documentation
• Undertaking appropriate searches
• Sending a letter before action
• Receiving payment and sending onto you, or if the debt is not paid, drafting and issuing claim
• Where no Acknowledgment of Service or Defence is received, applying to the court to enter Judgement in default
• When Judgement in default in received, write to the other side to request payment
• If payment is not received within 14 days, providing you with advice on next steps and likely costs
  

Matters usually take 4-10 weeks from receipt of instructions from you to receipt of payment from the other side, depending on whether or not it is necessary to issue a claim. This is on the basis that the other side pays promptly on receipt of Judgement in default. If enforcement action is needed, the matter will take longer to resolve.