Pro Bono Costs
Pro bono costs are like ordinary legal costs, but where a party had free legal representation. If a civil case is won with pro bono help, pro bono costs can be ordered by the court, or included in settlements.
The costs cover any period when free representation was provided, and the amount is based on what a paying client would recover. The legislation (s.194 Legal Services Act 2007) requires the costs to be paid to the prescribed charity, the Access to Justice Foundation.
Quick Guides
Specific quick guides are available:
- For advocates (how to seek at court).
- For solicitors and law firms (how to use in litigation).
- For pro bono and advice agencies.
- What to do once costs ordered (including payment).
Full Guidance & FAQs
For complete guidance on various issues, see the FAQs.
Poster
You can print your own flyer or poster.
Costs Archive
You can also find previous material and additional links on our costs archive page.
