Our fees
Employment tribunal claims — unfair and wrongful dismissal
Published in accordance with the SRA Transparency Rules. We act for both employers and employees, partner-led throughout, with fixed and capped fee arrangements available for defined stages.
Who will handle your matter
All matters are partner-led by a partner experienced in employment litigation, acting for both employers and employees. We provide a fixed or capped fee proposal within one working day of a free initial consultation. Where hourly rates apply, they are:
| Fee earner | Hourly rate (ex VAT) |
|---|---|
| Partner, 2+ years' PQE | £300 |
| Partner, 4+ years' PQE | £350 |
| Partner, 10+ years' PQE | £450 |
Our fees by stage
| Stage | Fee (ex VAT) |
|---|---|
| ACAS early / pre-claim conciliation | £800–£1,500 |
| Preparing or responding to the claim (ET1 / ET3) | £2,500–£4,000 |
| Handling the claim through to final hearing — standard case | £10,000 + disbursements |
| Complex claims (whistleblowing/discrimination elements, multi-day hearings) | Quoted on application |
| Enforcement of a tribunal award | from £800 |
All fees exclude VAT, which is charged at 20%. The fee within each range depends on the complexity of the case — the number of witnesses and documents, preliminary hearings, applications and the length of the final hearing. We confirm the figure in our fixed or capped fee proposal before any work begins.
Disbursements
- Counsel’s fees for hearings, where used — quoted per case, depending on seniority and the length of the hearing. Plus VAT.
- There are currently no tribunal issue or hearing fees payable by parties.
What our fees include
Taking instructions and advising on merits and likely compensation (reviewed as the matter progresses); pre-claim conciliation through ACAS; preparing or responding to the claim (ET1/ET3); disclosure and witness statements; the list of issues, bundles and hearing preparation; and arranging representation. Complex claims are quoted on application. Appeals, costs applications after judgment, and enforcement beyond the method quoted are excluded and quoted separately if needed.
How long will it take?
Employment tribunals are currently subject to significant listing backlogs, so we are not able to guarantee a timescale. Cases that settle at ACAS conciliation or after exchange of witness statements conclude sooner; those that proceed to a contested final hearing take considerably longer, driven by the tribunal’s listing times in the relevant region. We will give you a realistic, case-specific estimate at the outset and keep you updated as your claim progresses.
Start with a free 20-minute consult.
Employer or employee — speak directly to a partner about your position and likely costs.
Call 020 7082 2677