Unpaid invoices
Advice on the agreement, payment history and evidence supporting a claim.
Areas of law / Debt recovery
Debt recovery barristers
A clear assessment of an unpaid or disputed debt. Explain whether you are seeking payment, disputing a demand or dealing with enforcement. We help you look for counsel suited to that stage of the dispute.
Advice, drafting and representation
What can you enquire about?
We will look for an independent barrister with relevant experience. Acceptance depends on availability, conflict checks and whether the proposed work is suitable for Public Access.
Disputed debts
Assessment of a defence, disputed charges or consumer credit issues.
Judgments and enforcement
Advice and representation concerning enforcement applications or a request to suspend enforcement.
Prepare your enquiry
Start with the issue and the important dates.
Prepare the agreement, invoices, payment record and correspondence. If a judgment or enforcement notice exists, include its date and the next listed hearing in your enquiry.
For your first message, a short outline is enough. Please do not send original documents or unnecessary sensitive information.
Matching and fees
Agree the work before you instruct.
Tell us whether you need a consultation, written advice, document drafting or representation. We use that outline to seek an appropriate barrister and clarify the proposed instruction.
Ask for a quote covering preparation, the agreed work and any hearing attendance. The amount depends on complexity, document volume, urgency and counsel’s experience. Confirm VAT, any additional charges and the total payable in writing before proceeding.
The scope of work and responsibility for procedural tasks should be clear. A solicitor may still be needed. Read more about fees.
Common questions
Debt recovery enquiries
Can I enquire if I am the person being asked to pay?
Yes. Explain what is disputed and whether a claim, judgment or enforcement step has already occurred. Conflict checks are needed before counsel can accept instructions.
Will a successful claim guarantee payment?
No outcome or recovery can be guaranteed. Ask counsel to assess the legal position and the practical considerations relevant to the proposed work.
Discuss your debt recovery enquiry.
Call 020 3411 2512 or send a short outline through our contact page. The WhatsApp button is also available if you prefer to message.
An enquiry is not legal advice and does not create a barrister–client relationship or protect a deadline. Direct Access Barristers is an introduction and administration service. Legal services are provided separately by the independent barrister you instruct.
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