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  • Education, Health and Care Plan Costs: EHCP Judicial Review Case Study

    ARC Costs have recently assisted on a number of costs cases in relation to Education, Health and Care Plan (ECHP) Judicial Review cases.

    Thursday, 18 May 2023
  • Law firm profitability: Surviving economic uncertainty

    Law firm profitability is necessary for effective business growth and development. Many businesses within the legal services industry are currently facing financial difficulties due to recent law reforms, the pandemic, and the current cost of living crisis.  We even have a recession to look forward to which is being forecast to last up to two years. However, such difficult times can also provide opportunities for businesses to evolve and thrive, and it is now more important than ever to take control of your law firm’s financial health to ensure continued profitability and to stimulate growth. ARC Costs have provided advice on key areas you can focus on to help improve your law firm and increase profits for your firm.

    Thursday, 17 November 2022
  • Misinterpretation of a legal costs order by a Paying Party & success on a detailed assessment hearing

    ARC Costs recently assisted Solicitors representing several Claimants in a costs case in relation to a housing disrepair matter, to achieve a significant recovery of the Claimants costs amidst numerous serious allegations raised by the Paying Party Defendant, and to have the Defendant’s own Bill of Costs reduced by more than 85%.

    Thursday, 14 April 2022

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Divorce escrow: asset sales before final settlement

When significant matrimonial assets are sold before a final financial order is agreed, holding the proceeds safely and neutrally can present real practical challenges.


AML lacks clarity – and standards are suffering

If firms are buckling under the pressure of AML regulations, subject to ever-increasing fines, then something is clearly not working as it should be.


The power of participation for trainees and apprentices

It’s important as a trainee or an apprentice to get involved in the life of your firm – even under the pressure of discovering how to navigate professional life and now the demands of the SQE.