Costs of Instructing a Solicitor Advocate
Investigatory and Preparatory Work: Some cost saving overall can be made by instructing a Solicitor Advocate, e.g. where there are parts of your case (particularly when dealing with investigatory and preparatory work, including the drafting and revisal of written pleadings etc) which can be done without the need to separately instruct a Solicitor from this Firm to work with the Solicitor Advocate. Instead of a Solicitor and Advocate (or Solicitor Advocate) working together on the investigative and preparatory work on the case, depending on the type of case, the work can be undertaken by the Solicitor Advocate alone or supported by a Paralegal, as appropriate, from this Firm.
Court Representation (Advocacy): When it comes to the Advocacy itself (i.e. the actual appearances in Court), whilst it is true that the costs of an Advocate’s appearance compared to that of a Solicitor Advocate are similar, (and sometimes cheaper), many cases do not require a Solicitor from this Firm in the role of instructing Agent. Overall, savings can be made (where appropriate) by the use of a Paralegal or other Assistant from this Firm acting in the role of instructing Agent to a Solicitor Advocate (who is familiar with the full details of your case, as they have been instrumental in its preparation). Although Edinburgh Agents may still be required to deal with certain procedural matters, much of the procedural work can be undertaken by the Solicitor Advocate and this Firm i.e. without the need to instruct Edinburgh Agents on all matters, with further consequent cost saving to you, as clients.
Competitive on Quality and Price: We consider that we are extremely competitive – on both quality (we pride ourselves on the excellent quality of service we provide to clients) and on the price you pay (we believe we offer some of the most competitive charging rates in the marketplace). We are also happy to discuss fixed fee arrangements with you e.g. for Written Opinions, drafting of pleadings or other court documentation, or even for appearances in court, where appropriate. Please feel free to ask us, as we will be happy to give you a quotation, once we know the circumstances of your case.