fee policies
How our fees work, in plain English
RCT believes in explaining the law in plain English, keeping clients informed
and making sure all costs are explained up front.
We handle your problems in the most cost-effective way.
First consultation
is free
We offer a free initial consultation on any legal matter.
Any further fees that may be charged following this are discussed and agreed
with you prior to taking action on your behalf.
‘No fee ’til you win’
In some injury compensation cases we can offer a ‘No fee
’til you win’ arrangement.
Your eligibility will be assessed and explained to you at your initial
free consultation.
If we think you have a case strong enough to succeed in a lump sum impairment
claim or common law action, we will act on your behalf free of charge in
an initial Conciliation Referral.
If we think you will succeed in your lump sum claim for compensation we
will agree to act for you on a ‘No fee ’til you win’ basis. Please
note that conditions apply to this arrangement. It excludes other party’s
costs and some out of pocket expenses.
If we assess you are unlikely to succeed in your lump sum claim but you
instruct us to proceed regardless, you will be liable for an Administrative
Fee (inclusive of GST) payable at the commencement of your claim.
Interim Accounts will be rendered and payable quarterly thereafter.
Disbursements
In addition to our fees, many cases incur out of pocket expenses. They
include medical report fees, Barrister/Counsel fees and court filing
and hearing fees. These are added to your invoice and are clearly
marked.
Goods and Services Tax (GST)
The GST applies to legal advice. RCT includes the GST in all discussions
about charges. Our fees include a GST component that must be passed
on to the Government. In addition to reimbursing us for disbursements
on
your behalf, you will also reimburse us for any GST we paid on those
disbursements
in excess of any input tax credit which we are entitled to receive
in respect of those disbursements. We will advise you of the amount
you
need to pay
for GST on disbursements when we send you our bill. GST on our services
and disbursements is calculated at the rate of 10%. You will be advised
in writing in accordance with the Legal Practice Act 1996 of any professional
fees for which you are liable.
If you have any queries in relation to our Fee/Disbursement Policy
and how it applies to you, please ask your lawyer.
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