Collaboration from
start to finish.
Innovative and pragmatic solutions.
Regulated and accredited
legal costs expertise.
SERVICE OFFERINGS
Detailed Assessment
We can help you by offering traditional costs drafting services to include preparation of Bills of Costs, Points of Dispute and Replies.
Costs Budgeting
Our experienced costs lawyers are ready to assist you in preparing costs budgets, budget discussion reports and budget variations.
Costs Advocacy
Our team has earned widespread recognition for their advocacy on costs matters in the County Court, the High Court, the Supreme Court and the Tribunals.
Spend Management
If you have a significant spend on legal services or litigation, our in-depth auditing team can ensure that you are getting the right value for the right cost.
Retainers & Funding
To protect your business, we can assist you with our technical expertise in production of critical documentation including retainers and funding arrangements.
Negotiation and ADR
We recognise that litigation can be expensive, therefore our costs lawyers are committed to resolving disputes amicably and protecting your interests.
WHO WE ARE
OK, so we know it’s not cool, but we love costs.
With a focus on working collaboratively we want to help you achieve the best possible outcome in any costs disputes, from start to finish.
Our team is committed to finding the right solutions for your individual circumstances. With our knowledge of costs law and your knowledge of your cases we want to work with you to succeed together.
OUR PEOPLE
Our costs professionals combine technical expertise and advocacy skill with a real passion for costs, and they are a pleasure to work with.
Ben Nethercott
Director & Costs LawyerBRISTOL
NMH Costs Lawyers Limited, Henleaze Business Centre, Harbury Road, Bristol, BS9 4PNLONDON
NMH Costs Lawyers Limited, 4th Floor, Silverstream House, 45 Fitzroy Street, Fitzrovia, London, W1T 6EBMaisie Whitwam
Costs PractitionerMANCHESTER OFFICE
NMH Costs Lawyers Limited, Colony, Jactin House, 24 Hood Street, Ancoats, Manchester, M4 6WXPatrick Toal
Senior Costs LawyerMANCHESTER OFFICE
NMH Costs Lawyers Limited, Colony, Jactin House, 24 Hood Street, Ancoats, Manchester, M4 6WXJasmine Evans
Costs ParalegalMANCHESTER OFFICE
NMH Costs Lawyers Limited, Colony, Jactin House, 24 Hood Street, Ancoats, Manchester, M4 6WXJohn Hilton
Director & Costs LawyerMANCHESTER OFFICE
NMH Costs Lawyers Limited, Colony, Jactin House, 24 Hood Street, Ancoats, Manchester, M4 6WX
REGULATED & ACCREDITED
Regulated
John Hilton, Ben Nethercott and Patrick Toal are Costs Lawyers regulated by the Costs Lawyer Standards Board and are members of the Association of Costs Lawyers.John Hilton, Ben Nethercott and Patrick Toal are Costs Lawyers regulated by the CLSB and are members of the ACL.
Accredited
John Hilton and Ben Nethercott are ranked in Chambers 2026. Ben is also listed as a Legal 500 Next Generation Partner.John Hilton and Ben Nethercott are ranked in Chambers 2026. Ben is also a Legal 500 Next Generation Partner.
PRACTICE AREAS
Commercial Litigation
Our costs lawyers have been involved in commercial costs disputes at all points on the value spectrum. From multi-million-pound litigation to neighbour disputes we understand the importance of your case.
Medical Negligence
We have a proven track record of achieving fantastic results for our clinical negligence clients. We know the value of cash flow in this industry and can assist in cutting the Gordian knot.
Serious Injury
Insurers can be tricky, but we have innovative solutions for optimising your recovery. We know you have lived and breathed this case – it is only fair that you are properly remunerated.
Housing Disrepair
Our team has a strong understanding of the intricate landscape governing housing disrepair claims. The application of this knowledge to costs process enables us to provide the best possible service.
Judicial Review
From capacity/age assessments to refusals for asylum, we understand this arcane area of law. We will work with you to ensure the best possible outcome is achieved for vulnerable clients.
Special Courts
We have had the pleasure of appearing in the Supreme Court, Privy Council and various tribunals. Our costs lawyers also have experience of arbitration proceedings.