Formed in 1995, Heywood & Black have developed a reputable, successful practice serving the legal profession. Based in the North East of England, we have a client base that extends to firms beyond the North East to London, Leeds, Sheffield and Hull. We deal with all aspects of legal costing including preparation of appropriate bills of costs in all types of civil and criminal proceedings, costs advocacy, negotiations, consultancy and advising our clients in all matters relating to costs. The Company has a wealth of experience in both privately funded and public funding (legal aid) cases and provides services to all manner of firms from large, multi-office organisations to sole practitioners. The Company has a programme of continuous professional development and has membership of the Association of Law Costs Draftsmen, which assists in maintaining an up to date knowledge of clients' requirements, which is of paramount importance to us. The Company also provides a consultancy service for firms who seek to secure and maintain contracts with the Legal Services Commission.