Our Services

At Bridgewater Costs Ltd, we provide comprehensive legal costs services tailored to meet the needs of law firms, businesses, and individuals. Our expertise covers all aspects of legal costs, from maximizing recoveries to robustly defending against excessive claims.

Receiving Party Support – Maximizing Cost Recovery

We specialize in assisting receiving parties (those entitled to recover legal costs) to ensure they obtain maximum recovery efficiently and effectively. Our services include:

✔ Bill of Costs Preparation – Expertly drafted bills of costs, ensuring every recoverable item is included.
✔ Supreme Court Bills – Specialized cost drafting for Supreme Court proceedings, ensuring compliance with complex procedural rules.
✔ Points of Reply – Providing strategic responses to disputes raised by the paying party, aimed at preserving and maximizing recovery.
✔ Negotiation & Settlement – Proactively engaging in negotiations to secure the best possible settlement without the need for lengthy litigation.
✔ Advocacy at Detailed Assessment Hearings – Representing clients at detailed assessment hearings to argue for a fair and just recovery of costs.

Paying Party Solutions – Protecting Against Excessive Costs

For paying parties (those required to pay legal costs), we provide robust defence strategies to ensure that costs are fair and reasonable:

✔ Points of Dispute – Identifying and challenging excessive or unreasonable costs through well-structured objections.
✔ Negotiation & Settlement – Engaging in proactive settlement discussions to reduce costs liability without unnecessary litigation.
✔ Attendance at Detailed Assessment Hearings – Skilled advocacy to contest inflated costs and ensure proportionate payments.
✔ Strategic Cost Management – Advising paying parties on cost exposure and settlement strategies to mitigate financial risk.

Our team of experienced Costs Lawyers and Draftsmen provide specialised services under English legal cost rules, including:
✔ Precedent H Cost Budgeting – Drafting and negotiating cost budgets to control legal expenditure.
✔ Precedent S Bills – Electronic bills of costs in accordance with court requirements.
✔ Solicitor-Client Cost Disputes – Handling disputes arising from solicitor fee agreements under the Solicitors Act 1974.

Why Choose Bridgewater Costs Ltd for England & Wales Legal Costs?

🔹 Specialist Expertise – Our team has an in-depth understanding of the legal cost landscape in England & Wales, including court procedures and cost rules, ensuring tailored and effective advice.
🔹 Tailored Solutions – We create custom strategies designed to maximise recoverable costs for receiving parties and minimise liabilities for paying parties based on your unique circumstances.
🔹 Proactive Negotiation & Mediation – We are committed to achieving fair outcomes through strategic negotiation and mediation, helping you avoid unnecessary litigation.
🔹 Diverse Sector Experience – With extensive expertise across multiple legal sectors—such as Personal Injury, Clinical Negligence, Housing Disrepair, Employers’ Liability, Commercial Disputes, and Judicial Review—we provide comprehensive support for all your legal cost challenges.

Bridgewater Costs Ltd provides expert legal cost services in the Republic of Ireland, supporting both receiving and paying parties in cost disputes. Our team ensures compliance with Irish cost procedures, guiding clients through effective legal cost recovery, negotiation, and dispute resolution.

Services for the Republic of Ireland

Receiving Party Support – Maximising Cost Recovery

For parties entitled to recover legal costs, we provide clear and strategic assistance to secure the best possible financial outcome.

✔ Bill of Costs Drafting – Comprehensive preparation of Bills of Costs in line with Irish court rules, ensuring that all recoverable fees are accurately captured.
✔ Points of Reply – Crafting strategic responses to objections raised by paying parties, protecting your cost recovery claims.
✔ Settlement Negotiation & Mediation – Actively engaging in negotiations with opposing parties to secure fair settlements and avoid unnecessary litigation.

Paying Party Solutions – Defending Against Excessive Costs

For parties ordered to pay legal costs, we offer robust strategies to ensure that cost claims remain fair and proportionate.

✔ Points of Objection Preparation – Identifying and challenging excessive charges to ensure that only reasonable costs are paid.
✔ Negotiation & Cost Reduction – Working proactively to reduce cost liabilities through effective negotiated settlements or mediation.
✔ Advisory Services on Cost Exposure – Offering guidance on managing cost liabilities and mitigating financial risks during litigation.

Specialist Cost Services for Irish Law Firms & Clients

✔ Multi-Jurisdictional Legal Cost Consulting – Advising on cost disputes involving cross-border litigation between Ireland, England & Wales, and the UAE.
✔ Compliance with Irish Cost Regulations – Ensuring that cost claims and disputes fully align with Irish legal cost rules, precedents, and statutory requirements.

Why Choose Bridgewater Costs Ltd for Irish Legal Costs?

🔹 Specialist Expertise – Extensive experience in providing effective legal cost support and settlement negotiations in Ireland.
🔹 Efficient Cost Recovery – Focused strategies to maximize recoverable costs while ensuring strict adherence to Irish procedural rules.
🔹 Cost-Effective Solutions – A proactive approach to resolving disputes through strategic negotiation and mediation.
🔹 Multi-Jurisdictional Knowledge – Expertise in handling legal cost matters across Ireland, England & Wales, and the UAE.

Bridgewater Costs Ltd offers expert legal cost advisory services in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), designed to support both receiving and paying parties involved in cost disputes. With in-depth knowledge of UAE legal frameworks and civil procedures, our team guides clients through the complexities of cost recovery and cost dispute resolution while ensuring full compliance with local regulations.

Services for the United Arab Emirates

Receiving Party Support – Maximizing Cost Recovery

For parties entitled to recover legal costs, we provide clear and strategic assistance to secure the best possible financial outcome:

✔ Bill of Costs Drafting –
Detailed preparation of Bills of Costs in line with UAE legal requirements, ensuring all recoverable fees are accurately documented.

✔ Points of Reply –
Crafting robust responses to objections raised by paying parties, designed to protect and reinforce your cost recovery claims.

✔ Settlement Negotiation & Mediation –
Actively engaging in negotiations and facilitating mediation discussions to achieve equitable settlements, thereby avoiding prolonged litigation.

Paying Party Solutions – Defending Against Excessive Costs

For parties responsible for paying legal costs, we offer proactive strategies to ensure that cost claims remain fair and proportionate:

✔ Points of Objection Preparation –
Analyzing and challenging excessive or unreasonable cost claims to help ensure that liabilities remain reasonable.

✔ Negotiation & Cost Reduction –
Employing effective negotiation techniques to secure reductions in cost liabilities, working towards more balanced financial outcomes.

✔ Advisory Services on Cost Exposure –
Providing strategic guidance on managing and mitigating cost risks within the framework of UAE legal procedures.

Specialist Cost Services for UAE Law Firms & Clients

✔ Multi-Jurisdictional Legal Cost Consulting –
Offering expert advice on cost disputes that involve cross-border litigation between the UAE, England & Wales, and Ireland.

✔ Compliance with UAE Cost Regulations –
Ensuring that all cost documentation and claims fully conform to the relevant statutory and regulatory requirements in the UAE.

✔ Cost Documentation & Analysis –
Reviewing and structuring legal cost documents to facilitate clear communication, effective negotiations, and overall compliance with UAE practices.

Why Choose Bridgewater Costs Ltd for UAE Legal Costs?

🔹 Specialist Expertise – In-depth understanding of the UAE legal landscape and civil procedures ensures tailored, effective advice.
🔹 Tailored Solutions – Custom strategies designed to maximize recoverable costs or reduce liabilities based on your specific circumstances.
🔹 Proactive Negotiation & Mediation – Commitment to achieving fair outcomes through strategic negotiation and mediation, avoiding unnecessary litigation.
🔹 International Perspective – Seamless integration of multi-jurisdictional insights, bridging UAE practices with those in England & Wales and Ireland for comprehensive support.

Need expert legal cost assistance in the UAE?
Contact Bridgewater Costs Ltd today to discuss your case and learn how our tailored solutions can support your legal cost management needs.