Debt Recovery

DEBT RECOVERY – COMMERCIAL AND LANDLORD AND TENANT

We offer a bespoke debt recovery service for commercial and landlord clients. We do not offer such services on a fixed fee basis.

The people who may be involved in this process are

Ian Oliver – Partner Hourly Charging Rate £275 per hour +VAT of £55 totalling £330
Paul Lewis – Partner Hourly Charging Rate £250 per hour +VAT of £50 totalling £300

STAGE 1

To get to the stage of writing a Letter Before Action we would expect our costs to be between £200 and £400 plus VAT of between £40 and £80 totalling £240 – £480.00

If it becomes necessary to issue proceedings, we will provide a cost estimate based on the complexity of any drafting involved but would expect this to be between £240 and £480, including VAT in addition to the above together with the court issue fee (see below).

If a defence is filed, we will provide a more detailed cost estimate based on the issues raised therein.

The process of debt collection can vary considerably from case to case. It may be a case of a single unpaid invoice for goods or services or it may be more complex claims for unpaid rent and service charges. Our experienced team can assist whatever the situation.

In most cases we would, having taken your instructions, write to the debtor in compliance with the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) Pre Action Protocol for Debt Recovery and, depending on the response or lack thereof we would advise you as to the best way forward, whether that be by way of further negotiation, court proceedings, a statutory demand or possibly mediation.

We would advise you of any costs involved before commencing action as well as provide you with the best estimate as to costs as we can. This estimate will include:

STAGE 2

Taking your instructions and reviewing documentation
Undertaking appropriate searches
Sending a Letter Before Action
Receiving payments and sending on to you, or if the debt is not paid, drafting and issuing proceedings
Where no Acknowledgement of Service or Defence is received, applying to the court to enter judgment in default
When judgment in default is received, writing to the other side to request payment.
If payment is not received within 14 days, providing you with advice on the next steps and the likely costs

STAGE 3

This would either be enforcing an unpaid court judgment or dealing with a contested claim for which a further estimate would be provided.

In addition to our fees, there are disbursements that we may incur on your behalf (with specific prior authority) such as:

Court Issue Fees

Value of your claim	Fee payable
Up to £300	£35
Greater than £300 but no more than £500	£50
Greater than £500 but no more than £1,000	£70
Greater than £1,000 but no more than £1,500	£80
Greater than £1,500 but no more than £3,000	£115
Greater than £3,000 but no more than £5,000	£205
Greater than £5,000 but no more than £10,000	£455
Greater than £10,000 but no more than £200,000	5% of the value of the claim
Greater than £200,000	£10,000

Enquiry Agents Fee
Search Fees

CONTACT OUR TEAM

For further information about any of our services or to book a no-obligation consultation, call us on 01243 786668 or email directly at info@georgeide.co.uk.

Paul Lewis | Partner

01243 812408 paul.lewis@georgeide.co.uk

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Ian Oliver | Partner

Dispute Resolution, Compliance Officer, Legal Practice (COLP)

01243 812421 ian.oliver@georgeide.co.uk

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Client Testimonials

I have received the final settlement cheque and I am happy with this. Thanks again for your services. You’ve been excellent in every way. I would recommend you to anyone. Thanks.

Fazal Mahmood Chishty

Paul Lewis

I would like to inform you that I have received the money and I am very happy about the amount. I would like to thank you for the help and for always having time to write back to my emails. You were always in contact with me. I will recommend you and only you to my friends. Regards,

Anna Pomorska

Paul Lewis

Hi Paul. Thank you for your email and all your help over the past 2 years you’ve been fantastic and I would highly recommend you to anyone, I will of course let you no when I revive the funds and couldn’t be happier with the outcome. Kind regards,

Sam Halliwell

Paul Lewis

It is essential to feel complete confidence in the advice given and the person of one’s solicitor. I have experienced situations in the past where this has not been the case. When seeking a reliable practice some years ago I asked for a recommendation from a neighbour and was given the name of Mr Ian Oliver. I followed this advice, have used this practice ever since and have recommended it to others with complete confidence. It is very reassuring to be in this position.

C Elderfield, Arundel

Ian Oliver

Paul hi,

I am extremely happy with the outcome and the break down that you have provided. I would just like to say to you and your team my deepest thanks for the hard work and dedication you have put into my case and I. am extremely happy with results. Kind regards

Damon

Paul Lewis

Dear Paul, Please accept this email as confirmation that I have received the cheque and final settlement from the accident. I wanted to thank you very much for all your help and advice throughout the case and want you to know that your efficiency and effort s have been very much appreciated. Kind regards,

Michael

Paul Lewis

Just to confirm the safe receipt of the settlement money into my account,and also want to take this opportunity to thank you for all your hard work not just regarding the fee but also treatment wich help me getting in track with normal life after the accident. Again many thanks for all your hard work.

Mauricio Goncalves

Paul Lewis

I would just like to thank you for all your hard work in settling my father’s case and in coming to an agreeable settlement with the insurers. Thank you for being so patient with us, and taking time to explain things in layman’s terms. You have led us through this process with ease and my father is very happy to have reached a conclusion in this matter . All your efforts are very much appreciated. Wishing you all the best.

Nancy Ackermann

Paul Lewis

I would just like to say that it has been an absolute pleasure working with you over the last few years and thank you so much for all your help and support. You have been fantastic. You have certainly been more helpful than I could have possibly hoped.

Sarah Finley

Paul Lewis

Dear Mr Lewis. First of all I would like to say a huge thank you to you and your team about the hard work, time and money which you spent to deal with my claim. I agree with you that the settlement is reasonable enough and I know that you’ve did your best to get it.

Plamen Krastev

Paul Lewis

Right from the beginning of my journey to claim for compensation for my injuries after being knocked off my bike by a car driver, Paul Lewis has been a tower of strength. His advice, guidance and care in ensuring my claim proceeded smoothly has been First Class. Always promptly keeping me informed of progress by email. A friendly, compassionate listening ear when needed to my worries and concerns. Helping and guiding me every step of the way. I have received the best possible advice throughout, resulting in an excellent outcome, expertly and tenaciously negotiated for me by Paul. Thank You.

Mrs Marion Smith

Paul Lewis

Following a very traumatic car accident I found myself in the extremely capable hands of Paul Lewis.
He spent time explaining the legal procedures and helped me through every step of my very stressful personal injury claim. Thank you for all you have done for me, you were fantastic.”

Ms L

Paul Lewis