Employment Pricing

All employment law advice is provided by Frantz Gregory, a solicitor with a strong track record in employment law matters. We aim to respond to all enquiries on the same day, and in most cases, we are able to provide initial advice within 48 hours—or sooner if the issue is urgent.

Our fee for an initial assessment and advice is £150 plus VAT. If further work is required, we will always seek your approval before incurring any additional costs.

Below is an outline of our typical fees for common employment law matters (all prices are exclusive of VAT):

Settlement Agreements

It is standard practice for employers to contribute towards an employee’s legal costs when entering into a settlement agreement. Any contribution offered by the employer will be deducted from our fees.

If our estimated fees exceed the employer’s contribution, you may either:

Please note: if the agreement is not finalised, or the employer fails to pay the agreed contribution, you will remain responsible for any fees incurred.

Explanation of agreement, highlighting areas of concern	£500
Seeking to negotiate alternative wording where appropriate	£250
Initial advice on the merits of potential claims covered by settlement agreement	£500
Seeking to negotiate an improved settlement	£450 depending on stance taken by employer
Advising on aspects of original employment contract	£250 depending on complexity of contract

Please note: if the agreement is not finalised, or the employer fails to pay the agreed contribution, you will remain responsible for any fees incurred.

Settlement Agreement work is limited to:

Please note that all estimated costs will be charged plus VAT at the current rate.


Advising on unusual terms within the settlement agreement, e.g. restrictive covenants.	£250 depending on complexity of terms*

Costs and Timescales for Employment Tribunal Claims

Our fees for providing initial advice on bringing or defending an employment law claim typically range from £500 to £1,000. Once we have reviewed the details of your case, we will be able to give a clearer estimate of the total cost of taking the matter to a final hearing. As a general guide, the overall cost is usually between £10,000 and £15,000, which includes the cost of instructing a barrister.

Employment tribunal cases can take six months to over a year to reach a final hearing. The process usually includes:

Drafting the claim or response
Gathering and disclosing relevant documents
Preparing witness statements
Attending procedural hearings (some of which may take place by telephone)
Participating in the final hearing

Costs are incurred throughout the duration of the case and tend to increase as the hearing date approaches. We will provide estimates for each stage of the process.

Please note: In most cases, legal fees are not recoverable in the Employment Tribunal, even if you are successful.

For reference, this pricing applies to claims for unfair or wrongful dismissal, whether you are bringing or defending the claim.

Simple case: £4,000-£10,000 (excluding VAT, charged at 20%)

Medium complexity case: £8,000-£14,000 (excluding VAT, charged at 20%)

High complexity case: £10,000-£25,000 (excluding VAT, charged at 20%)

Factors that could make a case more complex:

If it is necessary to make or defend applications to amend claims or to provide further information about an existing claim
Defending claims that are brought by litigants in person
Making or defending a costs application
Complex preliminary issues such as whether the claimant is disabled (if this is not agreed by the parties)
The number of witnesses and documents
If it is an automatic unfair dismissal claim e.g. if you are dismissed
After blowing the whistle on your employer
Allegations of discrimination which are linked to the dismissal

There will be an additional charge for attending a Tribunal Hearing of £1500 per day (excluding VAT, charged at 20%). The length of any Tribunal Hearing will depend on the Tribunal’s scheduling and the complexity of your case. We shall discuss this with you in advance and advise you throughout the case.

Disbustments

Disbursements are costs related to your matter that are payable to third parties, such as court fees.

Counsel’s fees estimated between £750 to £1,500 per day excluding VAT, charged at 20% (depending on experience of the advocate) for attending a Tribunal Hearing (including preparation)

Key stages

The fees set out above cover all of the work in relation to the following key stages of a claim:

Taking your initial instructions, reviewing the papers and advising you on merits and likely compensation (this is likely to be revisited throughout the matter and subject to change)
Entering into pre-claim conciliation where this is mandatory to explore whether a settlement can be reached;
Preparing claim or response
Reviewing and advising on claim or response from other party
Exploring settlement and negotiating settlement throughout the process
Preparing or considering a schedule of loss
Preparing for (and attending) a Preliminary Hearing
Exchanging documents with the other party and agreeing a bundle of documents
Taking witness statements, drafting statements and agreeing their content with witnesses
Preparing bundle of documents
Reviewing and advising on the other party's witness statements
Agreeing a list of issues, a chronology and/or cast list
Preparation and attendance at Final Hearing, including instructions to Counsel

Stages and Fees

The stages outlined above are indicative only. If certain stages are not required in your case, the overall fee will be reduced accordingly. You may also choose to handle some aspects of your claim independently and seek our advice for specific stages only. We are happy to tailor our services to suit your individual needs.

How Long Will My Matter Take?

The duration of your matter will depend largely on when it is resolved. If a settlement is reached during the pre-claim conciliation stage, the process is likely to take between 6 and 12 weeks. If your claim proceeds to a Final Hearing, it may take between 6 and 12 months. These are estimates only. We will be able to provide a more accurate timeframe once we have a clearer understanding of your specific circumstances and as the matter progresses.

Contracts of Employment and Other Employment Documents

Business Transfers – TUPE Advice

When a business is bought or sold, both the buyer and seller have legal obligations toward employees under TUPE regulations.

TUPE advice: Typically £500 – £1,000.

Drafting TUPE notices or advising on Employee Liability Information: An additional £250 – £500.

Business Transfers – Due Diligence and Contractual Provisions

Understanding existing employment law obligations and including appropriate contractual provisions is crucial in business transfers.

Due diligence and drafting relevant provisions: Each typically costs £500 – £750.

Disciplinary Matters, Redundancy, and Dismissals

It is essential for employers to follow the correct procedures to minimise the risk of an unfair dismissal claim.

Employer guidance and documentation: £750 – £1,250.

Employee advice on procedure: £350 – £600, depending on the specific circumstances.

Restrictive Covenants

This is a complex area of employment law.

Advice on enforceability (for employers or employees): Around £750.

Drafting restrictive covenants: Generally also around £750.

Conclusion

Employment law encompasses many aspects of the employer-employee relationship. The areas described above are just a selection of the services we offer. Our advice is always clear, practical, and commercially focused.

We understand the importance of knowing costs upfront and are happy to provide a firm estimate once we have reviewed your specific requirements and documents. All fees quoted are based on our standard charges as of July 2025. We reserve the right to revise these rates.