At Romiro Law, we provide clear, tailored legal support for both employees and employers involved in Employment Tribunal proceedings. Our approach is transparent from the outset: you’ll know how we charge, what to expect at each stage, and how your individual needs shape our strategy.
We advise and represent clients in cases involving unfair dismissal and wrongful dismissal, whether you are bringing a claim or defending one. The service can be delivered on a flexible charging basis suited to your situation, including fixed fees, stage-based budgets or capped arrangements where appropriate.
Illustrative Costs*
All figures here exclude VAT (20%) unless stated, VAT will be added where applicable.
| Case Complexity | Typical Cost Estimate (Ex. VAT) | Notes |
| Simple cases | £6,800 – £13,600 | Straightforward matter with one-day hearing. Based on adjusted junior solicitor work. |
| Medium complexity | £11,200 – £28,000 | Multi-day hearing (2–3 days) with moderate factual/legal issues. |
| Complex cases | £28,000 – £48,000 | Highly complex or protracted hearings (5+ days). |
| Typical unfair dismissal claim | £16,000 | Average case estimate for reference. |
*These figures are illustrative guides only. Final prices depend on case specifics, volume of work, and agreed charging structure.
What Our Fees Typically Include
Our Employment Tribunal support covers all core aspects of preparing and running your claim or defence:
Pre-Claim and Early Stages
- Initial consultation and merits assessment.
- Advice on strengths, weaknesses and potential outcomes.
- Assistance with ACAS Early Conciliation where necessary.
Case Preparation
- Drafting and filing claim (ET1) or response (ET3).
- Reviewing and advising on the opponent’s case.
- Drafting schedules of loss and supporting documents.
Tribunal Process
- Preparation for, and attendance at, preliminary hearings.
- Document exchange, disclosure and bundle preparation.
- Taking and drafting witness statements.
- Agreeing lists of issues and case chronology.
- Representation at the Final Hearing.
What May Add to Costs
Certain elements of a case can increase the overall time and expertise required, potentially increasing fees:
- Multiple preliminary hearings or interlocutory applications.
- Need to instruct expert witnesses (e.g., medical, occupational).
- Complex factual issues, multiple parties, or voluminous documents.
- Additional claims such as discrimination or whistleblowing.
- Advocacy work by specialist counsel at hearing.
Disbursements (Third-Party Costs):
In addition to our professional fees, clients may incur disbursements such as expert reports, travel expenses, photocopying, and counsel fees when required. Where applicable, VAT at 20% is charged on disbursements.
Typical Timescale for Employment Tribunal Matters
How long a case takes can vary significantly:
- Pre-claim to settlement: 4–8 weeks if resolved early.
- Simple claims (Final Hearing): Often 6-12 months from start to finish.
- Complex claims: May run 24+ months depending on hearing length and tribunal listing availability.
Romiro Law will keep you informed of realistic timescales as your matter progresses.
Flexible, Tailored Funding Options
We understand legal costs can be a significant concern. Romiro Law offers:
- Fixed fees for defined stages where feasible.
- Case budgets with clear fee boundaries.
- Hourly charging with transparent tracking.
- Discussion of potential legal expenses insurance where applicable.
Why Choose Romiro Law
Our employment tribunal team brings:
- Specialist expertise in unfair and wrongful dismissal claims.
- Continuity of representation from preparation through to hearing.
- Client-focused service with clear communication at every stage.
- Experience representing in tribunals, appeal tribunals and higher courts.
We design our strategy around your objectives, not a one-size-fits-all approach.
Get in Touch
For a no-obligation discussion and tailored quote, contact our Employment Tribunal team:
Phone: 0114 499 0299
Email: info@romirolaw.com