How much does a Family Law Barrister cost?
My hourly rate is £350 + VAT.
It is important to keep legal costs under control, and I only work for a fee that we have agreed beforehand. This means that you will always know what the cost will be.
Fixed Fee Structure
I always try to work on a fixed fee basis. This approach includes all necessary work, such as a conference and representation at a hearing.
Once we have agreed the work, I will clearly outline the fee in a client care letter sent by my clerk before we begin any work.
Engagement Terms
Once we finalise the terms of my engagement and the fee is paid, I will start working on your case promptly.
Fixed Fee Conference
I also offer a fixed fee conference for up to 1 hour. This can be either in person or via Microsoft Teams, and the fee is usually between £500 to £1000 plus VAT, depending on the preparation required.
Getting an Accurate Quote
To provide you with an accurate quote for the work involved, it is usually necessary to provide me with relevant information and documents as soon as possible. You can do this by emailing me directly at thornton@1gc.com or via the upload function on the enquire now link.
Rest assured, any information or documents that you send me are protected by my privacy policy.
Contact Your Direct Access Barrister
You don’t need a solicitor to instruct me; I am available through Direct Access. This means you can get in touch with me directly for your legal needs.
To discuss your case or to schedule a consultation, please call 020 3954 9003 or or submit an enquiry.
Full details on how Direct Access works can be found here: Public Access guidance for the public
“Thank you for your help and guidance. It’s difficult to put into words what you have helped me achieve.
Thank you for helping bring my family together.”
Mr S Ogunyomi (October 2023)
“I cannot recommend John Thornton highly enough. His knowledge, expertise, experience and honesty enables him to successfully navigate a clear path through even the most complex and arduous of cases. I was lucky enough to instruct John on a public access basis. He was able to join my case towards the end of proceedings and with his ability to understand my case rapidly, digest the necessary facts and filter the documentation he successfully protected my children.
He is highly skilled in the documentation that he submits to the court. It is precise, factual and demonstrates his extensive knowledge, thus giving the Court a clear direction and basis for decision making. John is both reassuring as well as honest, he quickly instils a sense of trust which is exactly what I needed when walking into this particular hearing. Again, his authority and knowledge of family court law gave me confidence and security, which is often hard in proceedings where you are trying to protect your children. John’s calm, compassionate but focused manner enabled me to feel at ease when discussing my Case with him. John brought clarity and sense to my complex case which also supported the Judge as he too looked to John during this hearing. Don’t hesitate to contact him if you are embarking on a journey with the Family Courts.”
Ms Chapman (December 2023)
Mr E Rivers (March 2024)“I have to say the John is masterful at his craft, a very professional individual, highly knowledgeable and his attention to detail is TOP NOTCH.
He is very honest in his assessments, his approach to his clients are not only professional but also very diligent. When I came across John’s profile online, I instantly knew he could be the perfect representative to take my case forward, but when I met him in person he gave reassurance in my choice. John has an impeccable approach to his work and has the best interest for his clients. He goes a step beyond his duties to make sure his clients are well taken care of.
I highly recommend John to anyone who is having family matters at court that require someone who is pragmatic, caring, honest, knowledgeable and very astute in his profession. Thank you John for your work.”
“I don’t normally leave reviews, but my experience today in court and with John T representing me was unbelievable. I felt John listen to me and my concerns, read through all the paperwork (there was loads) that was provided and was honest throughout. I had to instruct John at short notice and he really did put the work in, he had a full understanding and his approach was brilliant. Thank you!”
Mr D Castello (September 2024)
