Criminal Law Legal Fees
If you’re not entitled to Legal Aid, we can still work on your case on a competitive fixed fee or hourly rates basis. Our Criminal Defence Solicitors will explain everything that is included for your money during your initial consultation. We have set out prices that enable our clients to tailor the service they need.
Please be aware that all of our prices exclude VAT.
Fixed Fees
Our competitive fixed fees cover everything from initial advice to trial. Please be aware the fees detailed below are for cases dealt with at the Magistrates Court.
| Service | Our fee (from & excluding VAT) |
| Initial advice for 1 hour | £180 |
| First hearing, including first meeting, review of documents & dealing with the CPS | £648 |
| First hearing & subsequent sentencing | £1,020 |
| First hearing & subsequent trial | £1500 – £2000 |
Hourly Rates
Our competitive hourly rates may be more cost-effective for your individual circumstances. A member of the team will explore these options with you, but please be aware that we only charge hourly rates for cases dealt with at the Crown Court.
| Service | Our fee (from & excluding VAT) |
| Grade A hourly rates | £261 |
| Grade B hourly rates | £218 |
| Grade C hourly rates | £178 |
| Grade D hourly rates | £126 |
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Disbursements
Disbursements are any costs that are not included in our fees detailed on this page. These costs are payable to third parties such as court fees.
Our fees do not include:
- Court fees
- Counsel fees
- Independent experts (we will always consult with you if we think one might help)
What our fees include:
- Your initial consultation where we gather information around your circumstances and advise you on your plea
- Gathering the necessary documents with yourself, providing you with a detailed checklist of what is required
- Reviewing these documents, and advising if we need additional evidence
- Liaising with authorities on your behalf
- Providing advice from start to finish where a decision has been made