At Clarion, the growing, national offering specialises in costs litigation (including costs management), Court of Protection legal costs and litigation funding, and is highlighted for its ‘focus on the key aspects to ensure that the recovery of costs is properly managed and assessed’. At the head of the practice, Andrew McAulay, based in Leeds, is a go-to practitioner for assessment proceedings, solicitor and own client costs and litigation funding, Stephanie Kaye, who was promoted to partner in January 2024, is a standout contact for Court of Protection costs, and Joanne Chase has extensive experience in medical negligence and personal injury cases.
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- ‘Clarion have excellent expertise, enabling them to focus on the key aspects to ensure that the recovery of costs is properly managed and assessed. Potential clients should feel reassured by their knowledge and response times - no question is too much. The wider offering of the firm complements the cost practice area. Their strengths also include efficiency, transparency and communication. They are innovative with their technology and communication methods, showing a depth of understanding and personalised approach which some other firms may lack. They genuinely have a client-centric approach.’
‘The commitment to providing exceptional client service is to be commended. There are several individuals whose experience, attention to detail and innovative solutions allow them to handle a diverse range of matters including Andrew McAulay, Joanna Chase, and Stephanie Kaye. In my experience communication and knowledge are key.’
‘The lawyers are professional and approachable. Their knowledge in the field is exemplary and I would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone in need of an expert costs draftsman.’
‘Andrew McAulay is a clear expert in his field - he is both knowledgeable and diligent and he will go out of his way to help in a time-pressured situation.'
‘The team at Clarion is well resourced by costs specialists who are responsive and knowledgeable. They are always happy to answer one-off queries and to help with costs advice as well as budgets and bills.’
‘Andrew McAuley is a positive and proactive interface with his team.’
‘The team are all very approachable and will deal promptly with any matters which need a swift response. Letters of advice are clear, concise and easy to follow.’
'They have a passion for the work that they undertake and want to achieve good and fair outcomes.'
Key clients
- Al Tamimi & Company
- Henderson & Jones
- Kingsley Napley
- Osbornes Law
- Taylor Emmet LLP
- Thomson Snell & Passmore
- Higgs LLP
- Walker Morris LLP
- Hodge Jones & Allen
- Anthony Gold
- Bolt Burdon
- CFG Law
- Lanyon Bowdler
- Freeths
- Gillhams
- Druces
- Slater Heelis
- JMW
- Milners
- Stewarts
Work highlights
- Assisted Walker Morris with preparing a bill of costs which totalled £6.5m.
- Assisted Al Tamimi & Company with preparing a large and complex bill of costs arising from banking litigation for one of the leading law firms in the Middle East.
- Acting for Henderson & Jones to defend substantial adverse costs orders which total circa £8m.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Andrew McAulay, Stephanie Kaye, Joanne Chase