The Supreme Court has handed down judgment today in Hirachand v Hirachand, a landmark decision concerning the recoverability of CFA success fees as part of awards under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975.

Radcliffe Chambers barrister Sophia Rogers acted for the claimant successfully as sole counsel at trial, and together with Constance McDonnell KC represented the claimant throughout the appeal process. On appeal in the Supreme Court, Christopher Wagstaffe KC joined their team to represent the claimant as respondent in the appeal.

The decision is of wide-reaching significance. The court held that success fees are not recoverable as part of awards in 1975 Act claims.

Read the full judgment here.