One‑Off Consultancy Terms
1. Application of These Terms
These terms apply where we provide one‑off consultancy services, including advice, report writing or letter preparation, and where no formal letter of engagement has been entered into.
By instructing us to carry out work, you confirm that you have read and accepted these terms.
2. Scope of Services
Under these terms, our services are limited to the provision of advice, consultancy, and the preparation of written reports or correspondence in connection with business and statutory matters.
Our services under this arrangement do not include ongoing advisory services, case management, or representation in dispute resolution procedures unless expressly agreed in writing.
Each instruction is treated as a stand‑alone assignment and no continuing retainer is created.
3. Basis of Charging
We charge for one‑off consultancy services at a rate of £80 per hour plus VAT, calculated by reference to the time spent on your instruction.
Time is recorded in units appropriate to the nature of the work undertaken.
Any estimates provided are given for guidance only and are not binding.
4. Payment Terms
Unless otherwise agreed in writing, invoices are payable immediately upon issue.
Payment must be received in full before any reports, letters, or other written work are released.
We reserve the right to require payment on account prior to commencing work.
5. Invoice Detail
Invoices will ordinarily record the time spent on your instruction but will not include a detailed narrative breakdown of work undertaken.
Further detail can be provided on request.
6. Reliance on Our Work
Our advice, reports and written materials are prepared solely for your use and for the specific purpose instructed.
They must not be relied upon by any third party and may not be disclosed or circulated without our prior written consent.
7. No Legal Representation or Reserved Services
Unless expressly agreed in writing, we do not act as your legal representatives, do not conduct litigation, and do not provide services reserved to solicitors, barristers, or other regulated legal professionals.
Where statutory dispute resolution representation is required, this will be subject to separate agreement and applicable terms.
8. Limitation of Responsibility
Our responsibility is limited to the scope of work expressly instructed and carried out.
We are not responsible for matters outside that scope, including subsequent developments, deadlines, or actions taken by you following delivery of our advice.
We do not accept responsibility for the outcome of any dispute, claim or negotiation.
9. Suspension and Non‑Payment
If an invoice or request for payment on account is not paid when due, we reserve the right to suspend work and/or decline to release reports or written materials.
Our entitlement to fees for work undertaken will not be affected.
10. Governing Law
These terms are governed by and interpreted in accordance with the law of England and Wales.
The courts of England and Wales shall have exclusive jurisdiction.