Updated Wednesday 26 Aug. 2026
the real cost of No Win, No Fee claims. Think Twice Before Giving Away Your Compensation
the real cost of No Win, No Fee claims. Think Twice Before Giving Away Your Compensation
You could be entitled to thousands from your landlord. But before you hand your claim to a solicitor, ask yourself one question: do you really need one?
You could be entitled to thousands from your landlord. But before you hand your claim to a solicitor, ask yourself one question: do you really need one?
“No win, no fee” sounds like the perfect deal, doesn't it? No cost upfront, the solicitor takes the risk, and if you win, the money's all yours. But for certain tenant claims, particularly unprotected deposit claims and especially Rent Repayment Orders (RROs), it can be worth thinking twice.
The problem is quite simple, the more your claim is worth, the more a percentage-based fee can cost you. Take a standard unprotected deposit claim. If your landlord was required to protect your deposit and didn't, a court can order repayment of the deposit and compensation of up to 3 times the deposit. Say your deposit was £1,500, your potential statutory compensation could be Up to £4,500. What tenants don't understand about NWNF contracts, is that a significant chunk of that money could disappear in legal fees. That's not necessarily a bad deal if the case is genuinely complicated. But ask yourself, Is an unprotected deposit really worth giving away thousands to pursue?
RROs are even more interesting, Rent Repayment Orders allow eligible tenants in the UK to recover rent from landlords who have committed certain housing offences. For qualifying offences committed from 1 May 2026, the rules can allow tenants to seek repayment of up to two years' rent, subject to the statutory requirements and Tribunal's assessment. That could mean claims worth £10,000, £15,000, £20,000+. And RROs are brought through the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber), where it's guidance says parties will generally pay their own legal costs, and the government specifically provides guidance explaining how tenants can make an RRO application themselves.
You don't necessarily have to choose between “solicitor” and “do it yourself”. This is where tenants often miss an important middle ground, which is where we come in. We help you with:
checking whether you have a claim
calculating potential compensation
identifying missing evidence
organising documents
and understanding the overall Tribunal process
So the advantage with Tripl It, is that you can win a compensation claim, without necessarily handing over a large percentage of your compensation. You remain the claimant, you make the decisions, you present your own case, and we assist you through out the whole process, at a fixed cost, which you will know upfront.
But what if you still want a solicitor to represent you? Here it is important to mention that the SRA itslef warns that “no win, no fee” does not automatically mean there are no costs or financial risks. Depending on the agreement, there can be success fees, disbursements and potentially other costs to consider. Before signing anything, ask yourself, What percentage does the solicitor take if I win? What are the additional costs? And most importantly how much will I actually take home?
So What Does It Mean To Hire A Solicitor
For complicated cases, professional representation can be extremely valuable. If your case involves complex evidence, expert witnesses, serious disrepair, multiple legal issues and more importantly difficult litigation, a solicitor may be exactly what you need. The point is simply, don't automatically give away a large percentage of your compensation for a claim that you may be capable of pursuing yourself or with us. Don't let your legal fees eat the compensation that you so rightfully deserve.
This information is for general guidance and is not legal advice. The rules can differ depending on where your property is located and the circumstances of your tenancy.
“No win, no fee” sounds like the perfect deal, doesn't it? No cost upfront, the solicitor takes the risk, and if you win, the money's all yours. But for certain tenant claims, particularly unprotected deposit claims and especially Rent Repayment Orders (RROs), it can be worth thinking twice.
The problem is quite simple, the more your claim is worth, the more a percentage-based fee can cost you. Take a standard unprotected deposit claim. If your landlord was required to protect your deposit and didn't, a court can order repayment of the deposit and compensation of up to 3 times the deposit. Say your deposit was £1,500, your potential statutory compensation could be Up to £4,500. What tenants don't understand about NWNF contracts, is that a significant chunk of that money could disappear in legal fees. That's not necessarily a bad deal if the case is genuinely complicated. But ask yourself, Is an unprotected deposit really worth giving away thousands to pursue?
RROs are even more interesting, Rent Repayment Orders allow eligible tenants in the UK to recover rent from landlords who have committed certain housing offences. For qualifying offences committed from 1 May 2026, the rules can allow tenants to seek repayment of up to two years' rent, subject to the statutory requirements and Tribunal's assessment. That could mean claims worth £10,000, £15,000, £20,000+. And RROs are brought through the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber), where it's guidance says parties will generally pay their own legal costs, and the government specifically provides guidance explaining how tenants can make an RRO application themselves.
You don't necessarily have to choose between “solicitor” and “do it yourself”. This is where tenants often miss an important middle ground, which is where we come in. We help you with:
checking whether you have a claim
calculating potential compensation
identifying missing evidence
organising documents
and understanding the overall Tribunal process
So the advantage with Tripl It, is that you can win a compensation claim, without necessarily handing over a large percentage of your compensation. You remain the claimant, you make the decisions, you present your own case, and we assist you through out the whole process, at a fixed cost, which you will know upfront.
But what if you still want a solicitor to represent you? Here it is important to mention that the SRA itslef warns that “no win, no fee” does not automatically mean there are no costs or financial risks. Depending on the agreement, there can be success fees, disbursements and potentially other costs to consider. Before signing anything, ask yourself, What percentage does the solicitor take if I win? What are the additional costs? And most importantly how much will I actually take home?
So What Does It Mean To Hire A Solicitor
For complicated cases, professional representation can be extremely valuable. If your case involves complex evidence, expert witnesses, serious disrepair, multiple legal issues and more importantly difficult litigation, a solicitor may be exactly what you need. The point is simply, don't automatically give away a large percentage of your compensation for a claim that you may be capable of pursuing yourself or with us. Don't let your legal fees eat the compensation that you so rightfully deserve.
This information is for general guidance and is not legal advice. The rules can differ depending on where your property is located and the circumstances of your tenancy.