These fees are in relation to unfair or wrongful dismissal matters.
Our charges will be based on our hourly rates which are dependent upon the level of experience of the person carrying out the work.
Hourly Fee
£500+VAT-£750+VAT
Information about VAT
VAT is a tax we are obligated to collect on behalf of and for the UK Government. It is calculated as a percentage of the service that we charge to you and is added on top of our fee.
The current rate is 20%. This means that if our fee is £1,000, you will need to add 20% of £1,000 (this is £200) on top for the entire fee (£1,200 including VAT).
Key Stages Typical cases involve the following stages:
Taking your instructions.
Review your papers and advising you on the merits of your claim as well as how much compensation you may be given if successful. Throughout the case, the assessment is likely to be revisited and may be subject to change, especially if new evidence emerges.
Explore whether a settlement can be reached by entering into a pre-claim conciliation.
Preparing and finalising your claim with you.
When the Tribunal sets a timetable for litigation, preparation and attendance at the Preliminary Hearing.
Preparing your Schedule of Loss
Review and list all your documents relevant to the case. Exchanging these documents with the Respondent and then agreeing a bundle of documents for the Tribunal.
Taking evidence from witnesses including yourself, drafting the witness statements and agreeing their contents with the witnesses.
Preparation of a bundle for the Tribunal.
Review and advice on the Respondent’s witness statements.
Agreeing on a list of issues and a chronology with the Respondent.
Preparation and attendance at the final hearing.
What can affect costs and timescales There are some issues which may increase the complexity of your case and therefore may add cost. We will advise you at the earliest opportunity if this is the case.
Below are some factors that you should be aware of:
The number of witnesses and documents.
Obtaining further documents or information about the claim.
The frequency and length of our correspondence and telephone calls with you.
Defending claims brought by Respondents who are not legally represented and are acting unreasonably
If it is necessary to make or defend applications to amend the pleadings.
Preliminary issues which need to be resolved in separate matters, including whether or not you were an employee or whether or not you are out of time to bring a claim.
The number of issues and events which the Tribunal needs to consider to determine the claim (including any allegations such as discrimination or whistleblowing, which are linked to the dismissal).
Postponed hearings
The amount of negotiation for settlement with the Respondent
Making or defending an application for Costs.
Disbursements Disbursements are fees charged by third-parties. For convenience, we pay these disbursements and bill it to you.
Should a disbursement be required, we will notify you at the earliest opportunity (usually when it is identified as required).
Who may be allocated to prepare your case
They can be anyone from our team page, but will generally from the below list:
“As a client of John King’s, I found him to be meticulous, extremely accessible but above all consistently professional in every aspect of representing my business and in particular when dealing with third parties on my behalf.”
-Jean Curran, Founder Just Create (Europe) Ltd
For more testimonials, please use the testimonials link to the right.
John King stands as a distinguished barrister in England and Wales, renowned for his thirty-plus years of unwavering dedication to the legal field. His practice encompasses a broad spectrum of both civil and criminal matters, where he has consistently delivered outstanding results for his clients. Known for his legal acumen and meticulous case preparation, John’s professional journey is marked by numerous testimonials praising his deep insights into legal procedures and strategies.
Philosophy and Approach
Central to John’s success is his client-centric philosophy. He firmly believes in prioritizing the interests of his clients, coupled with a commitment to being thoroughly factual and realistic in assessing the strengths of each case. His strategic prowess lies in his ability to forecast a range of judicial outcomes accurately, which forms the foundation for developing effective negotiation and advocacy tactics. This approach has been instrumental in securing the most favourable outcomes for his clients.
Experience and Expertise
John’s career is highlighted by his involvement in numerous high-profile and high-value cases. He approaches every case, regardless of its scale, with the same level of forensic precision, ensuring that every detail is meticulously analysed and utilised. His expertise extends across the complete spectrum of the court system in England and Wales, as well as the European court structures.
A notable aspect of John’s practice is his extensive experience in handling cases that require expert evidence. His proficiency encompasses a wide range of specialised fields, including but not limited to:
Forensic accountancy
Forensic psychiatry and psychology
Forensic linguistics
Firearms and ballistic analysis
Forensic fibre analysis
Criminal Law Specialisms
John’s expertise in criminal law is extensive, covering a broad array of areas:
Violent Crimes: Including murder, attempted murder, serious assault, and armed robbery.
Sexual Offences: Expertise in handling cases of rape, sexual assault, and historic abuse.
Economic Crimes: Specialising in various forms of fraud such as VAT, corporate, tax, mortgage, and benefit fraud.
Drug Offences: Handling cases of drug supply, importation, possession, and conspiracy.
Complex Crimes: Dealing with terrorism, international hijacking, prison riots, and conspiracy to commit criminal offences.
Regulatory and Corporate Offences: Including trading standards, environmental offences, corporate crimes, and regulatory breaches.
Financial Crimes: Expert in dealing with cases involving proceeds of crime, money laundering, and modern slavery.
Family Law Specialisms
In the domain of family law, John’s expertise is equally comprehensive, covering:
Financial Remedies: Skilled in applications for financial remedies involving complex financial situations.
Asset and Liability Management: Expertise in handling cases involving director/partnership liabilities, pension sharing, and offshore bank accounts.
Property Matters: Specialising in cases with multiple property involvements.
International Family Law: Dealing with international cases, including those involving international assets.
Maintenance and Agreements: Proficient in handling maintenance cases, pre-nuptial, and separation agreements.
Asset Protection: Expert in injunctions to prevent asset disposal or setting aside transactions, and setting aside orders.
John King’s illustrious career as a barrister is a testament to his profound expertise and unwavering commitment to justice. His broad spectrum of specializations, combined with a strategic and client-focused approach, makes him a formidable presence in the legal arena of England and Wales.
Her professional experience includes managing investments for a global multinational, providing regulatory advice on the UK financial services sector and being on the board of directors of a small London-based consultancy. Alongside that, she has also held the pro-bono position of managing editor at an Oxford-based, peer-reviewed literary journal.
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