Timelines

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.

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.

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.

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.

Additional Work and Tailored Quotes

It would not normally be necessary to undertake other work or incur other costs other than those described above. However, we would be very happy to provide you with a more tailored quote for all stages of your particular case once we know about your specific circumstances.

DISBURSEMENTS

Disbursements are costs related to your matter that are payable to third parties. These are separate from our legal fees. Typical disbursements in Employment Tribunal matters may include:

• Barrister’s fees for representation at hearings (typically £750 – £2,500 + VAT per day, depending on the barrister’s seniority and case complexity)
• Expert reports, if required (for example, medical or financial reports)
• Mediation or ADR fees, if the parties choose to mediate
• Travel and accommodation expenses, if travel is required for hearings or meetings

Employment Tribunals do not charge issue or hearing fees. If part of your case needs to be pursued in a civil court (for example, a breach-of-contract claim above £25,000), court fees may apply. We will advise you of all disbursements in advance and handle payment on your behalf.