Cumberland Costings – Costs Lawyers is a specialist firm dedicated exclusively to the complex field of litigation costs, offering expert services to solicitors and businesses seeking to maximize cost recovery. With over twenty-five years of experience, the firm stands out for its high level of personal service, deep expertise across multiple legal jurisdictions, and commitment to building long-term client relationships based on trust and integrity.
The firm takes a strategic, client-focused approach, emphasizing forward planning and cost-effective strategies to improve profitability and cash flow. Each costs lawyer and draftsman is highly experienced and stays at the forefront of legal changes, including the Jackson Reforms and new funding arrangements. Cumberland Costings is particularly valued for its swift turnaround times, pragmatic advice, and ability to handle substantial, complex cases—from multi-million pound claims to sensitive Court of Protection matters.
Services Offered
- Costs drafting and preparation of bills
- Points of dispute and replies
- Mediation and arbitration for costs disputes
- Costs recovery services
- Solicitors accounts management
- Land Registry costs cases
- VAT Tribunals costs claims
- Intellectual Property costs (patents, trademarks, copyright)
- Criminal law costs, including Extradition and Regulatory Enforcement cases
- Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA) claims
- Court of Protection deputyship bills
- Heavy commercial costs (contract disputes, building disputes, banking cases)
- Family law costs, including Children Act cases and international child abduction
- Advice on third-party funding and damage-based agreements (DBAs)
- Free initial consultations
Operating from practices in London and Hertfordshire, Cumberland Costings provides a nationwide service to law firms and companies. The team includes designated Costs Lawyers and Costs Draftsmen who specialize in various areas, ensuring tailored support for each client requirement while navigating the evolving landscape of litigation costs.
