At Batchelors we recognise that any situation involving the law can be daunting, and finding the right Solicitor can be almost as stressful, our aim is to make your experience as seamless as possible.
Our dedicated lawyers are committed to achieving the best goals for you by delivering pragmatic, expert advice without the baffle of legal jargon.
Our departments specialise in all the key areas of law, from commercial, property, employment, social housing and private client and we attract a wide range of clients from individuals looking to buy or sell their home, to listed and private companies and institutions. We value each and every one of our clients, which is why our success has been built on developing strong client relationships and offering a quality service that is value for money and fairly priced. But don’t just take our word for it, read what our clients say about us here.
For information on our pricing please click on the appropriate link below or call us on 020 8768 7000 for a no obligation quotation for all our legal services.
Cash Flow Problems?
We can offer you a simple and cost effective way of collecting your debts…
…We really understand BUSINESS DEBT
Even with the best credit control policy most businesses experience debtors who fail to pay for goods delivered or services provided. Payment delays ultimately cause thousands of businesses to fail and it is universally recognised that prompt action is the key to successful recovery.
Don’t let this happen to you – contact our specialist team immediately on 020 3725 4025 or by email at batchelors@batchelors.co.uk
How can we help?
We have created a tailor made debt recovery package which enables us to recover your debts effectively and at minimal cost to you.
With our team’s specialist knowledge of the court procedures we can guide you effortlessly through the court system, maximising the potential to secure payment of monies owed to your business.
Our fixed-fees are competitive and prove attractive to clients (especially where we are able to make recovery utilising the Late Payment of Commercial Debts (Interest) Act 1998) given that the majority of such fees are also recoverable from the debtor in addition to the debt/interest if a successful recovery is made.
Pricing
WE DO NOT CHARGE EITHER AN ADMINISTRATION CHARGE AT THE OUTSET OR A CHARGE LINKED TO THE PERCENTAGE OF THE DEBT ON RECOVERY
For uncontested cases, our charges are on a competitive fixed fee basis (of which the majority can be recovered from the debtor) following a simple 5 stage structure (see pricing). These apply where your claim is in relation to an unpaid invoice which is not disputed and enforcement action is not needed.
If the other party disputes your claim at any point, we will discuss any further work required and provide you with revised information about pricing if necessary, which could be on a fixed fee (e.g. if a one off letter or negotiation of a settlement is required), or an hourly rate if more extensive work is needed.
Should you wish to proceed with a claim please note that:
- The VAT element of our fee cannot be reclaimed from your debtor.
- Interest and compensation may take the debt into a higher banding, with a higher cost.
- The costs quoted above are not for matters where enforcement action, such as the bailiff, is needed to collect your debt.
In an uncontested claim, our fees include:
- Taking your instructions and reviewing documentation
- Sending a letter before action
- Receiving payment and sending onto you, or if the debt is not paid, drafting and issuing a claim
- Where no Acknowledgment of Service or Defence is received, applying to the court to enter Judgement in default
- When Judgement in default in received, writing to the other side to request payment
- If payment is not received within 14 days, providing you with advice on next steps and likely costs
An uncontested matter typically takes 5 to 8 weeks from receipt of instructions to receipt of payment from the other side, depending on whether or not it is necessary to issue a claim. This is on the basis that the other side pays promptly on receipt of Judgement in default. If enforcement action is needed, the matter will take longer to resolve.
These apply where your claim is in relation to an unpaid invoice which is not disputed and enforcement action is not needed.
Contact us for our Full Pack
If you are interested in taking advantage of this competitive package, contact us immediately and we will send our starter pack.
If you are happy to instruct us, once we have received our signed Terms of Business and an Instruction Form together with copy invoices, we shall immediately begin to collect your debts.
Should you wish to discuss our Debt Recovery service further please contact us.
Matthew Miles supervises all Debt Recovery work.
Members of the team are: Matthew Miles, Meena Gupta and Elizabeth Coke.
We have experience of acting on both sides of the fence in relation to a wide variety of employment claims in the Tribunals, including unfair and wrongful dismissal, ‘constructive’ dismissals, discrimination and harassment.
Please click here for pricing information.
Our prices range from £2,500 for a simple case to £8000 upwards for a high complexity case. We will be happy to provide you with a more accurate estimate based upon the best information you can provide, please call us on 020 3725 4025 or email at batchelors@batchelors.co.uk
We offer clients an employment law service provided by qualified lawyers which is practical and tailored to your needs. The employment team also provide support to in-house personnel and management teams and can draft and advise on all employment related documentation, including:
- Preparing the full range of employer documentation ranging from one-off contracts or policies to a comprehensive suite of employment contracts and staff handbook.
- Advising with the preparation, negotiation and drafting of Settlement Agreements, as well as advising on best practice for discussions with employees.
- Advising on all aspects of unfair dismissal or constructive unfair dismissal claims, and representation before an Employment Tribunal.
- Offering legal advice and assistance in dealing with all aspects of a claim of discrimination.
- Advising in relation to disciplinary, grievance, capability or similar issues.
- advising as to the applicability of the TUPE Regulations and associated rights and obligations.
- advising employers contemplating a restructure or reorganisation.
Matthew Miles supervises all Employee and Employer Tribunal claims work.
Members of the team are: Matthew Miles and Meena Gupta.
Here at Batchelors we pride ourselves in the high level service we provide to our clients, our wealth of experience and our exemplary client care. All members of our team are experienced legal practitioners, many of which are members of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners.
Edward White is Head of the Private Client Department and all work is supervised by him.
We are flexible with our pricing structure and we can adapt our service to meet your individual needs. We prefer speaking to our clients and would be delighted to discuss your requirements over the phone. By doing this we can provide you with advice about the most suitable service for your particular needs and the likely cost. Please call us on 020 8768 7000 or email at batchelors@batchelors.co.uk
Probate and Estate Administration Prices
We offer a comprehensive range of prices and services and these are detailed in our Price Information document, to view please click here.
We offer a bespoke Will preparation service and have a range of fixed prices dependent upon your needs. Please contact us for further details and to request our Will information pack.
Trusts, Inheritance Tax and Gifts Advice
We offer a bespoke service and have a range of fixed prices and hourly rates dependent upon your needs. Please contact us to discuss your requirements.
Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA)
We are able to provide advice on the preparation of LPAs and offer a range of fixed prices. Please contact us for further details and to request our LPA Pack. We are also able to provide advice to attorneys including LPA registration and attorney’s duties and obligations.
Deputy Applications and advice regarding Court of Protection applications.
Depending on the work required this may be charged on an hourly rate basis or we may be able to provide a fixed price. Please contact us for further details.
Edward White, supervises all Wills, Trusts & Probate work.
Members of the team are: Edward White, Sarah Hickey, Nick Stotesbury and Dalia Sainsbury.
Buying and selling property can be stressful enough without not knowing what expenses are likely to be payable.
Because of the amount of unknowns at the outset it is difficult to give an accurate estimate of costs and expenses without knowing your individual circumstances and the property details. However, we attempt to set out those possible costs and expenses and have provided some working examples. Please click here to view our pricing information and here for costs examples including disbursements and timescales.
Unfortunately the list of possible costs and expenses is long and may be confusing to some. So do give us a call on 020 8768 7000 or send us an email at batchelors@batchelors.co.uk for a specific estimate or if you require a more detailed explanation of the many costs and expenses involved.
Matthew Miles and Roger Hoque are the joint heads of Property and supervise all Residential Conveyancing work. Members of the team are: Steve Wilbourn.