The stages set out above are an indication and if some of stages above are not required, the fee will be reduced.
You may wish to handle the claim yourself and only take advice in relation to some of the stages. This can also be arranged to suit your individual needs.
HOW LONG WILL MY MATTER TAKE?
The time that it takes from taking your initial instructions to the final resolution of your matter depends largely on the stage at which your case is resolved.
If a settlement is reached during pre-claim conciliation, your case is likely to take 4-12 weeks.
If your claim proceeds to a Final Hearing, your case is likely to take 4- 6 months. This is just an estimate and we will of course be able to give you a more accurate timescale once we have more information and as the matter progresses.
SETTLEMENT AGREEMENTS
For a simple agreement we charge a fixed fee of £350 plus VAT (£420.00 in total VAT charged at 20%) to include reviewing the Agreement together with any other relevant documents (your contract of employment for example) attending on you to explain the contents and the legalities involved in signing such an Agreement and advising you as appropriate.
Usually the employer will agree to meet these fees.
For a more complex matter this fee may be varied; we will discuss this with you beforehand if this is likely.
Again, it is usually possible to obtain payment from your employer towards these fees.
EMPLOYMENT ADVICE
Not all employment advice involves an Employment Tribunal claim.
Whether you are an employer or employee we are happy to advise on any matters that may arise.
We can assist you in reviewing existing or drafting new Employee Handbooks in order to ensure that they are up to date and compliant with relevant legislation
Our usual hourly rate of £225 plus VAT charged at 20% will apply however we are happy to provide a fixed fee for a particular piece of work upon request
All work is supervised by a qualified Solicitor.
Specific experience can be seen looking at the individual profiles of our staff.
We understand the commercial realities and challenges facing employers and employees in an increasingly complex world of work place regulations. Taking early advice often saves a great deal in time and expense. We are also happy to visit you in your workplace or by appointment meet with you outside normal office hours.
We can assist you in various aspects of employment law including preparing and advising you on documents which might need to be revised and updated or amended to suit your business as it evolves or to keep up to date with the most recent changes.