Fielding specialist units covering costs budgeting, Court of Protection, legal aid, group actions, and fixed costs, Irwin Mitchell’s national costs team provides wide-ranging support, from initial funding advice through to the preparation of all court-required costs documents. Team head, Steven Green, has considerable experience across all areas of costs law, with particular expertise in high-value claims arising from catastrophic personal injury and medical negligence.
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‘They were very approachable, would regularly keep me updated and regularly kept in contact.’
‘A huge team of costs lawyers working on everything from routine low-value matters to some of the most important litigation in this area. Their portfolio is impressive, and they offer real strength in depth.’
‘Steven Green is a legend of the costs world. There is nothing he does not know. Runs an extremely tight ship across a large department.'
'Ian Gilbert is not only a brilliant advocate, but very technical lawyer. Not afraid to take points that others shy away from. Punchy and impressive.'
‘Irwin Mitchell's costs lawyers are at the forefront of all developments in the sector and regularly one of the parties in new leading cases.'
- 'The team are easy to contact and always happy to chat following receipt of instructions.'
‘Steven Green has exceptional knowledge and advocacy ability. There are no costs matters that Steven cannot handle.'
'Many talented individuals but they are able to work together as a strong team in a supportive environment which is to the benefit of their clients.'
'I regard this as an exceptional firm with strength and depth across the board.'
'There is a culture of hard work within the team. It is a team that recognises excellence and seeks to develop each team member so that they can achieve their best. '
Work highlights
Represented the Appellant in a claim for Supreme Court costs following a successful Supreme Court action relating to the meaning of “exceptional circumstances” as part of a flight delay claim.
Represented the Claimant on costs issues across High Court, Court of Appeal and Supreme Court in a claim against TUI UK Ltd for acute gastroenteritis contracted at a TUI hotel. Detailed assessment proceedings required 3 Bills of Costs totalling circa £600,000, involving complex arguments on hourly rates, proportionality, and interest entitlement.
Represented over 200 clients in a group action for injuries suffered as a result of industrial diseases contracted whilst working for British Steel. Advised in relation to costs budgeting resulting in the approval of a budget worth over £2,000,000.00 and subsequently prepared and negotiated on a claim for costs exceeding £3,500,000.00
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Practice head
Steven Green
Other key lawyers
Ian Gilbert; Darren Malone