Case Study
Assessment and Preparation
Reviewed the solicitor’s extensive file and prepared a comprehensive Bill of Costs covering all legal work, professional fees, and counsel expenses.
Case Overview
Roarty & Co. effectively handled legal cost recovery in an important Judicial Review matter concerning an asylum application denial. By combining meticulous preparation, expert negotiation, and minimal client involvement, they secured a favourable outcome, highlighting the value of skilled Legal Costs Accountants in complex and urgent cases.
Case Type
Judicial Review
Key Challenges
- Complex Legal Issues: The underlying legal points were novel and complex which required a careful analysis of the clients file and papers.
- Additional Requirements: It was necessary to fully consider the all the issues which arose for the client over the course of the litigation. These issues included the urgency of the matter in circumstances where a strict 28 day time limit applied or filing under the High Court rules and the heightened evidentiary and certification requirements under Section 5 of the Illegal Immigrants (Trafficking) Act 2000 in addition to pandemic-specific Practice Directions. These novel issues added to the complexity of the matter and ultimately resulted in the successful recovery of costs at a level which reflected the priority and complexity of the work undertaken.
Actions Taken
Negotiation
Engaged directly with the Respondent’s Legal Costs Accountant to negotiate fees aligned with the work’s complexity and adjudication rules.
Client Coordination
Reduced client involvement to minimal approvals and specific queries, ensuring efficient case management.
Case Outcome
Favourable Result
Secured a favourable settlement of legal fees surpassing client expectations. Reducing delay and unnecessary exposure to our client.
Efficient Fee Recovery
Successfully recovered legal fees reflecting the priority and complexity of the work.
Reduced Client Workload
Enabled the client to focus on their practice while Roarty & Co. managed the costs process.
42%
Solicitors Fees
Key Takeaways
Expert Management
Professional Legal Costs Accountants ensure optimal cost recovery in complex cases.
Effective Negotiation
Skilled negotiation reduces uncertainty and avoids prolonged disputes.
Client Focus
Minimal input required from solicitors, allowing them to focus on their core business.
Services Provided
by Roarty & Co.
✔︎ Legal Costs Accountancy
✔︎ Litigation Support
✔︎ Adjudication & Taxation of Costs
✔︎ Cost Management
✔︎ Consultancy Services
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