Our Fees
Free Initial Consultation:
Our initial consultation, up to 30 minutes, will always be free, usually this will be by telephone, email or Skype but we are also happy to meet by appointment when necessary.
All fees are payable in advance - see terms & conditions for full details.
No VAT is charged on our fees.
McKenzie Friend Law Support:
Standard Rate: £80.00 per hour
Emails: Min 15 minutes
Text Messaging: Min 15 minutes
Attending Court:
Half Day: From £200.00 + Travel
Full Day: From £350.00 + Travel
Travel Time: £10.00 per hour
Transport: At Cost / 0.45p per mile
Typical Solicitor / Barrister Fees
Standard Rate: £200 - 350 per hour
Emails: From £25
Text Messaging: From £50
Court Half Day: £1000 - £3000
Court Full Day: £2500 - £6000
Travel Time: £150 + per hour
Transport: Variable
Exciting news!
We are thrilled to announce new fixed fee packages!
Case Package 1
Support and case management up to the end of proceedings
One of our experienced caseworkers will review and assess your case, including court orders, reports and background documents. We will gather any further information required before advising how best to proceed and conduct regular comprehensive reviews including further telephone consultations throughout your case.
We will:
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• Draft and manage all court applications, including Child Arrangements Orders, Prohibited Steps orders, Specific Issues orders and Non-Molestation orders
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• Manage all correspondence between yourself and the other party whilst giving expert advice based on our experience dealing exclusively with high conflict family law cases
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• Prepare all statements and responses within the proceedings and guide you through the process every step of the way
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• Advise how to conduct meetings with CAFCASS (Court Advisory Service)
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• Provide support at court for all hearings
Most importantly, we will offer you emotional support throughout what we know can be an extremely stressful process, which is why we include a dedicated weekly online support group managed by an experienced therapist, as part of our service. Access to this is completely optional and provides a support network where you can meet other fathers going through the same experience.
NO SOLICITOR CAN OFFER YOU A FIXED FEE PACKAGE ON THESE TERMS.
***AN ADDITIONAL BOLT ON FEE OF £1250.00 WILL BE CHARGED IF YOUR CASE IS LISTED FOR A FACT-FINDING HEARING OR A GUARDIAN APPOINTED. WE CAN ADVISE THE LIKELIHOOD OF THIS HAPPENING DURING THE INITIAL TELEPHONE CONSULTATION***
Just £2250
Case Package 2
Advice and assistance with Financial Arrangements
This is a completely separate service to Child Arrangements.
We understand that following separation or divorce, finances can be the bone of contention and navigating your way through this process can be a minefield.
We will assist you with:
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• Negotiations
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• Financial disclosures
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• Drafting and managing court applications and responses (excluding final consent orders)
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• Advice and support throughout
Just £2499
Whilst we cannot predict how any case will develop we will always
try to be open and transparent with our fees and keep you fully informed of progress.
* MFLS Ltd Reserves the right to vary these charges in complex or highly contentious matters which require more detailed documentation. Any such amendment to charges will be discussed prior to work commencing.
All fees quoted are exclusive of any court fees or application fees due and payable.