Fees

Employment Tribunal Claims – Unfair or Wrongful Dismissal

We are required by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) to publish pricing information for claims relating to unfair or wrongful dismissal.

Our fees are based either on a fixed fee or hourly rate, depending on the complexity of the matter and your preference.

 

Our Pricing

We offer both fixed-fee and hourly-rate options, discussed at the outset based on your individual needs.

Typical total costs for defending or bringing a claim are as follows (exclusive of VAT and disbursements):

  • Simple case: £2,500 – £5,000
  • Medium complexity: £5,000 – £10,000
  • High complexity: £10,000 – £20,000+

VAT will be added at 20%, where applicable.

These ranges reflect both fixed-fee and hourly-billed matters. We will always provide a tailored quote before proceeding.

 

Hourly Rates

If billed hourly, our typical rates are:

  • Director: £300 + VAT per hour
  • Solicitor: £250 + VAT per hour
  • Trainee Solicitor: £200 + VAT per hour
  • Apprentice Solicitor / Paralegal: £150 + VAT per hour

We will confirm who will be working on your matter and provide an estimate of time required at the outset.

 

Disbursements

Disbursements are costs related to your matter that are payable to third parties. The most common are barrister’s fees for representation at a final hearing:

  • Counsel's fees: typically £750 – £2,500 + VAT per day, depending on seniority and case complexity

We handle the payment of disbursements on your behalf.

 

What Our Fee Covers

  • Initial consultation and review of documents
  • Advice on merits and likely outcomes
  • Drafting or responding to the ET1/ET3 claim
  • Managing correspondence with the tribunal and the other party
  • Preparing witness statements and disclosure
  • Representation at hearings (preliminary and final) where agreed

We will clearly explain any work not included in a fixed fee and provide separate costs for additional stages if needed.

 

Timescales

The length of a case depends on how it progresses. If resolved early, it may conclude within 3 – 6 months. If it proceeds to a final hearing, the timeframe may extend to 6 – 18 months, depending on the tribunal’s schedule and case complexity.

We will keep you updated throughout.

 

Who Will Handle Your Case

Your matter will be dealt with by a solicitor experienced in employment law, supervised by a director. For more information, please see our Team page.

 

Complaints

We are committed to providing a high standard of service.

If you are dissatisfied, please refer to our Complaints Policy, which includes details of how you can raise concerns with us, the Legal Ombudsman, and the Solicitors Regulation Authority, if needed.

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