Paragraph 1 Interpretation
(1)
Unless different provision is made, words and expressions used in this Schedule have the same meaning as in the relevant contact.
(2)
In this Schedule, “Senior Solicitor” means a solicitor with over eight years' qualified experience.
Table 1: Provider Hourly Rates
| Item | Grade | Inside London (hourly rate) | Outside London (hourly rate) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preparation | Senior Solicitor | £75.27 | £71.55 |
| Other Solicitor | £63.80 | £60.75 | |
| Trainee Solicitor | £45.90 | £40.17 | |
| Conference with counsel | Senior Solicitor | £75.27 | £71.55 |
| Other Solicitor | £63.80 | £60.75 | |
| Trainee Solicitor | £45.90 | £40.17 | |
| Attendance at hearing | Senior Solicitor | £57.05 | £57.05 |
| Other Solicitor | £45.90 | £45.90 | |
| Trainee Solicitor | £27.68 | £27.68 | |
| Advocacy (by solicitor) | Senior Solicitor | £87.08 | £87.08 |
| Other Solicitor | £75.60 | £75.60 | |
| Travel and waiting | Senior Solicitor | £22.28 | £22.28 |
| Other Solicitor | £22.28 | £22.28 | |
| Trainee Solicitor | £11.25 | £11.25 |
Table 2: Barrister rates
| Item | Category | Fixed rate |
|---|---|---|
| Brief fee | Junior Counsel | £900 |
| Queen's Counsel | £1800 | |
| Refresher fee | Junior Counsel | £450 |
| Queen's Counsel | £630 |