Fees · VAT

Our fees are subject to VAT.

Our fees are subject to VAT at the standard rate, currently 20%. When we quote a fee, we’ll always make clear whether VAT is included, so you know exactly what you’ll pay.

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VAT at the standard rate is added to all of our fees.

How it works

What it means for your bill.

The essentials

01Our fees are subject to VAT at the standard rate, currently 20%.
02Where we quote a fee “plus VAT”, VAT is added on top of that figure.
03Your quote and your invoice will show our fee, the VAT and the total separately.
04If the VAT rate changes, the rate in force when the work is invoiced will apply.

Disbursements

Disbursements are costs we pay to third parties on your behalf, such as Court fees. Some disbursements carry VAT and some do not. Court fees, for example, are not subject to VAT. We’ll tell you which apply to your matter.

VAT registered? If your business is VAT registered, you may be able to reclaim the VAT on our fees. Your accountant can confirm this for you.

Worked examples

How VAT is added to our fees

ExampleFee (excl. VAT)VAT (20%)Total (incl. VAT)

Debt recovery fixed fee£200£40£240

Hourly rate for other debt recovery work£100£20£120

Traffic: not guilty plea and trial (lower end)£3,000£600£3,600

Examples use our published fees. Sewell Law VAT number 375460089.

FeesTraffic offences FeesDebt recovery OptionsFees & funding

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