Clarion

Clarion’s team is well regarded for its specialist expertise in costs litigation, litigation funding, and Court of Protection legal costs. The team acts for a diverse client base, including law firms, litigants in person, large corporates, and owner-managed businesses, handling complex matters arising from commercial disputes, serious injury, insolvency, real estate, banking, fraud, and contentious probate. Practice head Andrew McAulay is recognised for his extensive experience in all areas of costs law, particularly solicitor/own client assessments and litigation funding involving CFAs and third-party funding. Stephanie Kaye, who heads the Court of Protection team, prepares high-value bills and handles reassessment requests and detailed assessment hearings. Joanne Chase, who leads the civil and commercial team, is praised for her expertise in drafting complex, high-value bills and her in-depth understanding of costs management orders and their impact at detailed assessment.