Small Claims Appeal – Fixed Fee Support

If you want to appeal a decision made in the small claims track, strict deadlines apply and appeals must be clearly argued. I can prepare the appellant’s notice, grounds of appeal and written arguments on a fixed-fee basis.

Why people instruct me for small claims appeals

  • Fixed-fee clarity

  • Full preparation of the appellant’s notice

  • Grounds of appeal drafted by a barrister

  • Clear advice on whether your appeal is arguable

  • Fast turnaround within the 21-day deadline

  • Optional representation at the appeal hearing

Appealing a small claims decision

Appeals from the small claims track have a strict 21-day deadline.
If this deadline is missed, you must apply for permission to appeal out of time, giving a detailed explanation for the delay and reducing your chance of success.

A small claims appeal is not a new hearing. The appeal court is concerned with whether the judge:

  • made an error of law,

  • reached a decision no reasonable judge could have reached,

  • misunderstood key facts or evidence, or

  • acted unfairly or outside proper procedure.

You cannot appeal simply because you disagree with the decision.
You must identify specific errors and explain them carefully and concisely.

I prepare the appellant’s notice, draft your grounds of appeal, advise on prospects and guide you through the appeal process.

What’s included in the fixed-fee small claims appeal service

  • Review of the judgment and case documents

  • Advising on the merits of your appeal

  • Drafting the appellant’s notice

  • Drafting the grounds of appeal

  • Preparing written submissions where needed

  • Advice on permission requirements

  • Clear guidance on deadlines and next steps

Fixed fee

My fixed fee for preparing a small claims appeal — including drafting the appellant’s notice, preparing grounds of appeal, advising on prospects and preparing written submissions where required — is:

From £3,000 + VAT

The fee may vary depending on complexity and urgency.
Representation at the appeal hearing can be added as a further fixed fee.

About me

I am a specialist barrister focusing on financial remedies and related civil applications. Before being called to the Bar, I worked for 15 years as a family solicitor at well-regarded London firms. I have extensive experience preparing applications involving interim relief, costs issues and urgent financial matters. I accept instructions directly from individuals through the Public Access scheme and provide clear, practical guidance throughout.

Request a fixed-fee consultation

If you would like help preparing your application, complete the form below. I will review the details and reply within 24 hours with clear next steps.

Who will handle your case

All applications are prepared personally by Mark Harrop, a specialist barrister practising from 1GC, with a focus on financial remedies, urgent applications and appeals.
I am authorised to accept work directly from members of the public under the Public Access Scheme and regulated by the Bar Standards Board.