Whether legal costs can be recovered depends on the type of claim, the court track, the value of the debt, the contract terms and the stage at which the matter resolves.

In some cases, only limited fixed costs may be recoverable. In other cases, a contract may contain a costs clause, or the court may make a costs order.

It is important to understand the likely costs position before deciding how to proceed.

Havard Law Solicitors can explain the potential costs and risks at the outset.