Litigation Solicitors

In the UK, a litigation solicitor is a legal professional who represents either a claimant or defendant in cases considered litigious i.e. those that will go to court to decide the outcome unless a settlement is agreed.

There are several different types of litigation solicitor in the UK. For example, in the case of civil claims, the solicitor is known as a civil litigation solicitor, whereas where the claim is for personal injury the solicitor is known as a personal injury litigation solicitor.

A litigation solicitor will be required to prepare a claim for court and potentially argue the case before a judge or magistrate. It's therefore important to choose a solicitor who is experienced in this field, and one who has a strong record of winning cases.

The cost of a litigation solicitor in the UK is determined by the complexity of the case and the hours of work required. Few cases are the same, which is why most solicitors charge by the hour. Expect to pay anything from £140 to £400 per hour depending on the skill and expertise of the lawyer.

In some litigation cases, where the probability of a successful outcome is high, solicitors may offer representation on a no win no fee basis. This is particularly common in personal injury cases as there is usually an insurance company involved which makes recovering costs easier.

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uk law: litigation