In a landmark decision, solicitors should not be subject to a 20% late-submission penalty for a legal aid claim.

In a landmark decision, Costs Judge Whalan has ruled that GT Stewart Solicitors should not be subject to a 20% late-submission penalty for a legal aid claim.

The judge acknowledged the firm's difficulties during the pandemic and found that a 5% penalty was more appropriate.

Courts are willing to consider the specific circumstances of each case when making decisions about late-submission penalties: https://bit.ly/3Qo7BYA

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