Static Posted November 19, 2004 Share Posted November 19, 2004 Why would Ned tell the Public he wants a Select Committee to investigate and then have his Advocates stop it. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Could it possibly be that he wanted it to appear to the public that he wanted the whole thing to be transparent to avoid people thinking he had something to hide? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Addie Posted November 19, 2004 Share Posted November 19, 2004 Why would Ned tell the Public he wants a Select Committee to investigate and then have his Advocates stop it. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> With legal teams here and advocates there, how can legal representational costs not be mounting astronomically? How can any of those involved afford this as surely all advocates involved are, have been or will be paid for privately? This could be enough to financially ruin all those concerned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FCMR Posted November 19, 2004 Share Posted November 19, 2004 Why would Ned tell the Public he wants a Select Committee to investigate and then have his Advocates stop it. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> With legal teams here and advocates there, how can legal representational costs not be mounting astronomically? How can any of those involved afford this as surely all advocates involved are, have been or will be paid for privately? This could be enough to financially ruin all those concerned. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> [/quote WE ARE PAYING OUR OWN LEGAL FEES, dont know about the other side, could be you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Observer Posted November 19, 2004 Share Posted November 19, 2004 ...... or it could be pro bono..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ripsaw Posted November 19, 2004 Share Posted November 19, 2004 It could be that the small businesses are expected to drop the cases rather than face potentially huge legal fees, especially against one who seems soooo confident of their position. Nahhhhhh, maybe not... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Addie Posted November 19, 2004 Share Posted November 19, 2004 Pro bono comes from the Latin "pro bono publico" and means "for the public good." Please tell me that you're joking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Observer Posted November 19, 2004 Share Posted November 19, 2004 I guess that "Publico" bit is all important...... http://www.nwjustice.org/glossary/#p Otherwise, it's just for free. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Addie Posted November 19, 2004 Share Posted November 19, 2004 Can't see how it could possibly apply. I was under the impression that pro bono services were for vulnerable sections of the community and surely this, from Department for Constitutional Affairs UK seems to indicate that too. Pro Bono6. Pro Bono is one of the proudest facets of our legal system. It represents the fullest flowering of the voluntary impulse and is integral to the CLS, as a complement to, but not a substitute for, Legal Aid. Pro Bono brings out the very best in lawyers, and shows them to be dedicated, efficient and caring professionals, providing important services to the poor and disadvantaged. Many of us who chose the legal profession did so because we wanted to help people resolve their difficulties and uphold their rights. Many lawyers demonstrate their dedication to Pro Bono in law centres and advice centres all over the country. This involves significant commitment and I salute all of them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Speckled Frost Posted November 19, 2004 Share Posted November 19, 2004 Well, quite frankly, I can't see how anyone can be pro bono after his re-working of the line "Thank God it's them instead of you". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WilDDog Posted November 19, 2004 Share Posted November 19, 2004 Well, quite frankly, I can't see how anyone can be pro bono after his re-working of the line "Thank God it's them instead of you". <{POST_SNAPBACK}> /me chuckles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Old Git Posted November 19, 2004 Share Posted November 19, 2004 I guess that "Publico" bit is all important...... http://www.nwjustice.org/glossary/#p Otherwise, it's just for free. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> A bit like Roly's lawyer worked pro bono Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ripsaw Posted November 19, 2004 Share Posted November 19, 2004 Who are Ned's advocates at the moment? Not connected in any way to these particular proceedings (of course, because that would be irresponsible of me)... The Isle of Man doesn't have "no win, no fee" representaion as far as I know (??) but to what extent can an advocate act on behalf of a client without asking for a retainer or by way of a "gentlemans agreement" so that no fees are payable until after a judgement? Could an unscrupulious advocate (of which we thankfully don't have any on the Island) in theory keep track of legal advice offered 'off the books' and if successfull raise the costs to a loosing opponent, or reduce (or heaven forbid if very careless, loose) the charges to his/her own client? In brief, can the Law Society guarentee that an advocates costs will be exactly the same at the end of a case irrespective of the case's winner? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ans Posted November 19, 2004 Share Posted November 19, 2004 It's 'lose' dammit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Observer Posted November 19, 2004 Share Posted November 19, 2004 A firm of advocates can write off as much or as little of their costs as they choose. They usually work on a time recordal sytem (out of pocket disbursements separate and reimbursable) and this can be billed on an ongoing basis or as a final bill or written off/written down. Legal fees with regard to time spent, particularly when it is very expensive, can often be negotiated. Billing policies will vary from firm to firm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Speckled Frost Posted November 19, 2004 Share Posted November 19, 2004 So there is a huge amount of discretion for the advocate when it comes to fees? Don't know if that's a good or a bad thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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