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CPR 54: Judicial Review Procedure and Legal CostsJudicial review is a critical mechanism within public law, allowing individuals or entities to challenge decisions made by public bodies. These include government departments, local councils, and statutory authorities....

“Without Prejudice Save As To Costs” – What Does it Mean?“Without Prejudice Save As To Costs” is a term that is used often in legal disputes and is referred to in correspondences between the parties. But what is the meaning and impact of the term “without prejudice”...

Detailed Assessment of Costs  An Overview of the ProcessGeneral rules on costs In England and Wales, the general rules on legal costs are governed by the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) and the overriding principle of ensuring fairness and proportionality.  As a general...

Claiming Legal Costs - A Short Guide    Claiming legal costs – General rules Costs in any legal case can be substantial and are likely to consist of solicitors fees, counsel fees, court fees and expert witness fees. The basic principle is that “costs follow the...

Legal Fee Audit: Review your Legal Spend  Legal fees and expenses can quickly accumulate, often becoming a significant and uncontrollable expense for companies. Businesses frequently engage solicitors for a variety of legal needs, ranging from contract disputes to...

CCMS Login: Legal Aid Costs    What is the CCMS login? The Client and Cost Management System (CCMS) is an online system which can be used by fee earners, costs draftsmen and costs lawyers, provided they have been granted the necessary access by a legal aid...