Fees: To chase or not to chase? Q & A for members under 5

THURSDAY, 12 MARCH 2020

This is a question often posed by members in their first five years of practice at the Bar. It is also a question that plays on the mind of many experienced barristers.

In the first part of this seminar, Michael Wells will guide a discussion as to the challenges faced by members in recovering fees, in particular, the experience of Under 5 members. The session will assess:

1. If there is a problem for members not being paid in a timely fashion.

2. Your experience regarding compliance with costs agreement terms.

3. What works.

The second part of the seminar will consider practical steps for timely fee recovery and will be led by David Stewart. It will also highlight the costs precedents on the Bar Association's website.

The seminar will be interactive and provide an opportunity for members to discuss their experiences in relation to overdue invoices and fee recovery.

Chatham House Rule applies: this CPD event will not be recorded.

Speakers:

• David Stewart, 9 Wentworth Chambers
• Michael Wells, 7 Wentworth Selborne

Chair:

• Mark Walsh SC, 7 Wentworth Selborne