Solicitor Patrick See is a Court-appointed Costs Assessor of the Supreme Court of New South Wales, who provides authoritative insight into assessment principles, disclosure obligations and industry standards.

We provide practical, independent advice to help clients understand their rights, evaluate the strengths of their position, and navigate the assessment process with confidence.

Our expertise includes:

• Challenging or defending law practice invoices

• Applications for assessment under the Legal Profession Uniform Law

• Advice on costs disclosure obligations and compliance

• Preparing submissions, evidence and objections

• Negotiating costs disputes prior to assessment

• Acting in appeals from costs assessors’ determinations

Costs disputes can be technical and time-sensitive. We review the billing history, disclosure documents and work performed, then provide a straightforward assessment of prospects and strategy.