Assumption: "Legal fees are just the cost of getting a fair result."
1 min readThis content reflects observational insights and lived community experiences. It does not constitute legal advice — always consult a qualified professional for your specific circumstances.
What People Expect
People see legal spending as separate from the settlement rather than coming out of it.
Court Reality
Fees come out of the same pot being divided. In LE v EL combined fees of around £1.3 million took close to 20% of the assets, and the judge said both parties and their lawyers were responsible.
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The Gap?
"Legal fees are just the cost of getting a fair result."
Court Reality
Fees come out of the same pot being divided. In LE v EL combined fees of around £1.3 million took close to 20% of the assets, and the judge said both parties and their lawyers were responsible.
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