Comprehensive Expertise Across Practice Areas

We prepare bills of costs across a broad spectrum of practice areas, including:

• High-profile litigation.
• Multi-jurisdictional disputes.
• Group litigation.

Our experienced team takes the same meticulous care when preparing bills of costs as your legal team demonstrates when drafting statements of case in substantive proceedings.

Detailed and Transparent Electronic Bills of Costs

Our electronic bills of costs are designed to be:

• Transparent: All calculations are presented clearly to ensure their full functionality is accessible to the court and all parties.
• User-Friendly: A format that reduces the scope for reasonable disputes.
• Informative: Comprehensive narratives justify the work undertaken, setting out the complexities of the case in neutral yet persuasive terms.

This approach ensures the costs claimed are justified, maximising recovery for our clients.

Complex Costs Orders and Retainer Issues

We have extensive experience preparing bills of costs in cases involving complex costs orders, including:

• Issue-Based Costs Orders: Identifying, separating, and apportioning costs relating to distinct parts of the proceedings.
• Retainer Issues: From solicitor-client disputes to CFA retainer matters pre- and post-Conditional Fee Agreement Regulations.
• BTE-Funded Matters: Preparing detailed schedules of costs for Before-the-Event funded cases.

Our team handles all levels of litigation, from County Court to the Supreme Court, including specialised divisions such as the Intellectual Property Enterprise Court (IPEC).

Global Experience in Costs Preparation

We have a proven track record in preparing and justifying bills of costs not only in the UK but also in jurisdictions including:

• Europe, USA, China, Cayman Islands, Bahamas, British Virgin Islands (BVI), Channel Islands, and Ireland.

Whether on a solicitor-client basis or inter partes, we provide clear and comprehensive advice tailored to the specifics of each jurisdiction.

Our Services in Costs Preparation

1. Formal Bills of Costs

Compliance with current and future legislation, including digital format bills for Part 47 inter partes proceedings and under the Solicitors Act 1974.

2. Interlocutory Schedules and Breakdowns

Preparation of schedules in N260 format for interim costs, security for costs, arbitrations, and negotiations.

3. Court Forms and Recovery

Preparation of both prescribed and bespoke court forms to enhance cost recovery.

4. Data Analysis and Advice

Supporting negotiations with detailed analysis and strategic advice.

Expert Advocacy and Hearing Support

We are highly skilled in handling Interlocutory Applications, including:

• Summary assessments.
• Security for costs.
• Applications for interim payments.
• Relief from sanctions.

Our team can prepare supporting witness evidence and attend hearings as advocates or in support of an advocate. We regularly attend Case Management Conference (CMC) hearings to address Costs Management and budgetary issues, as well as represent clients at Detailed Assessment hearings.

Why Choose Kulachi Solicitors?

At Kulachi Solicitors, we combine expertise with a client-focused approach to ensure your firm’s costs are effectively managed and maximised. Our tailored services are designed to provide clarity, efficiency, and results for both solicitor-client and inter partes matters.

Contact us today to discuss your requirements for bill preparation, costs management, and expert advocacy.