It is more than likely that the solicitor did send an estimate- however that is just that- an estimate. Normally these contain a proviso that in the event of additional work, there will be an additional fee. I do want to add however, that even where a solicitor does not send an estimate or agree a figure in advance for whatever reason, they are still entitled to charge for the extra work- the fact that they did not send the estimate is considered a misdemeanor by the law society but it does not invalidate their right to charge for work done.
I guess I had presumed that the quote should stand as this delay hasn't been down to me.
Depends on your definition of more work involved. If he finds some unforeseen problems with foundations or walls he will inform you and give a further estimate based on that which is reasonable. The length of time to the solicitor here would not be an issue. It's the extra work in searches and correspondance that is the issue i.e. work actually done. My understanding would be that it's covered by the 'plus outlays' part of the price anyway and I would not find it unreasonable for the solicitor to ask for more money.If a tradesman quotes a price for a job and subsequently discovers that there is more work involved than he expected when he quoted, that is generally considered to be his problem, he should have made more effort to understand the work involved when he prepared his quote.
If he finds some unforeseen problems with foundations or walls he will inform you and give a further estimate based on that which is reasonable.
What vanilla said re. they are still entitled to payment is correct. However, did they update you on costs as you proceeded?serotoninsid, Thank you for your reply. As it's been nearly 3 years I simply don't remember if I received a section 68 letter or not, I'd have to have a root about the house to see if I've placed it somewhere.
Generally the legal profession is not held to such a high standard.
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