Under the Direct Access scheme, members of the public and businesses can now instruct a barrister directly, without needing a solicitor. This saves time and money and gives you direct contact with the person doing the work.
As a barrister specialising in legal costs and litigation funding, I offer advice and representation in all types of costs disputes – from detailed assessment proceedings and solicitor-client disputes, to funding issues involving CFAs, litigation funders, and ATE insurers. I act for solicitors, funders, insurers, and litigants.
I can draft Points of Dispute or Reply, advise on strategy and settlement, appear at hearings. I also handle applications for non-party costs orders and wasted costs. I cannot conduct litigation or go on the court record for you. If you need those services, then I can recommend a number of solicitors and costs lawyers I work closely with.
To use Direct Access, the process is simple. You make an enquiry through my website using the Contact form. I will review your matter and confirm whether it is suitable. If it is, my clerks willl provide you with a written quotation and clear terms of engagement. Once agreed, I can begin work promptly.
All communications are directly with me and my clerks – there is no intermediary, no duplication, and no fuss.
To get in touch, please visit www.costsbarrister.co.uk and use the contact form. You can outline your case in a few sentences, and I will respond promptly. If urgent, you can also request a call-back.
Practical, expert advice – direct from a barrister.