Fixed recoverable costs (FRC)

Fixed recoverable costs (FRC) are the set amount of legal costs a winning party can recover from a losing party at different stages of the civil litigation.  FRC apply to most civil litigation claims in England and Wales valued up to £100,000.

FRC regime changes

The extension of the FRC regime from 1 October 2023 represents a step change in the civil litigation landscape. It aims to provide greater certainty and control over legal costs, making the legal process more accessible, predictable and proportionate.

We are here to advise and keep you up to date with the latest insights and highlight the implications of the extension of the FRC regime on your business.  We expect that the introduction of FRC will give rise to substantial litigation as parties seek to control, or maximise, FRC.