Detailed below are the terms and conditions of Gp-legalexperts which apply to all work undertaken unless otherwise agreed in writing. “Contract” means the contract between gp-legalexperts and the instructing solicitor/company or agent as set out in these terms
FEES
You agree to pay gp-legalexeperts charges calculated on the basis of the hourly rates applicable at the time of supply.
You also agree to pay for any out of pocket expenses incurred in supplying services. Current rates are detailed below.
SCHEDULE OF FEES FOR LEGAL WORK
Preparation of case reports and administration £150/hour
Attendance at case conferences, meetings of experts £150/hour
& participation in telephone conferences
Travel time to visit clients, attend meetings, case conferences and court £75/hour
Mileage charge for private car £0.50 per mile
Expenses, such as trains, charged at cost
COURT ATTENDANCE
Court attendance £1000/day
£500/1/2day
CANCELLATION CHARGES FOR PREVIOUSLY AGREED COURT OR CONFERENCE ATTENDANCE:
Within 4 weeks notice: Half-day fee
Within 1 week of attendance: Full day fee
ABORTIVE WORK
A fee is charged for all work, visits or other services requested even if that element of service proves to be abortive or otherwise ineffective.
PAYMENT OF FEES BY THE SOLICITOR
Within 30 days of date of posting our report, even if the case is legally aided.
This is part of the agreement of us accepting the case.
TERMS &CONDITIONS 2016