We know cash flow is of huge importance to any business. A lot of companies have had to close down because of cash flow issues stemming from unpaid invoices. Take advantage of our debt recovery services to make sure this does not happen to you.
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Our lawyers specialise in all aspects of commercial debt recovery, handling everything from the initial pre-action letter right through to enforcement. We act for businesses of all sizes across England and Wales.
We deal with the majority of company debts on a fixed costs basis — with no hidden fees. You'll always know exactly where you stand. Our debt recovery service covers tracing debtors, pre-action correspondence, court actions, and enforcement proceedings.
We offer a streamlined, fully managed service. Think of us as your in-house debt recovery department — contactable by phone or email — freeing you up to focus on the parts of your business that need you most.
For more information, contact Robert Jerome on 029 2034 9829 or email rjerome@hekjones.com
We handle all stages of the recovery process, including tracing debtors, pre-action correspondence, court actions, and enforcement proceedings.
We can act as your dedicated in-house debt recovery team — keeping you updated throughout and always accessible by phone or email. Most company debts are handled on a fixed costs basis, with no hidden fees.
Our fees depend on the value of the debt being recovered. All costs below apply where your claim relates to an unpaid invoice that is not disputed.
| Debt Value | Court Fee | Our Fee | VAT | Total |
| Up to £5,000 | £35.00-£205.00 | £80.00 | £16.00 | £115-285 (plus VAT) |
| £5,001-£10,000 | £455.00 | £100.00 | £20.00 | £555.00 (plus VAT) |
| £10,001-£50,000 | 5% of claim value | £150.00 | £30.00 | - |
Please note:
For further information, contact Robert Jerome on 029 2034 9829 or email rjerome@hekjones.com
The fee covers the drafting and issuing of the claim, calculation of interest and late payment fees where applicable, and accounting to you throughout.
Additionally:
If a claim becomes defended, we charge an hourly rate of £278.00 plus VAT per hour (as at 1 April 2026). A proportion of this may be recoverable from the other side, although this is at the discretion of the court.
If the debtor pays at the letter stage, matters typically take 1–4 weeks from receipt of your instructions to receipt of payment.
If it is necessary to issue a court claim, it could take a further 2–6 weeks to receive payment, based on the other side paying promptly on receipt of the claim or judgement in default. If enforcement action is required, the matter will take longer to resolve.
£50.00 plus VAT
A Letter Before Action is the first formal step in the recovery process. These costs apply where your claim relates to an unpaid invoice that is not disputed, where the debtor is based in England or Wales, and where no formal pre-action protocol letter is required.
The fee covers taking your instructions, sending the letter of claim, and accounting to you in the event of payment.
£150.00 plus VAT
This applies where your claim relates to an unpaid invoice that is not disputed, and where the debtor is a limited company based in England or Wales. It is a formal demand threatening winding up proceedings if payment is not received within three days — a serious step that often prompts swift payment.
The fee covers taking your instructions, sending the demand, and accounting to you in the event of payment.
Every day an invoice goes unpaid, the harder it becomes to collect. Don't leave it any longer — get in touch today for a no-obligation conversation about your options.
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