How did Nikita Hand finance her High Court case against Conor McGregor? No win, no fee explained #8

[@Scrapper.]

A few years ago my brother won a six figure sum in a civil case for a terrible wrong committed on him by an individual. His Dublin Solicitor firm took his case pro bono and were, thankfully, very successful. Great channel, Terry.

[@davidmehlhorn726]

Legal fees in Ireland are obscene. However there is no appetite amongst the political classes to tackle them. Family law is an example of this where on top of the absolute trauma of fighting for your kids, the chance to get somewhere to live etc, the legal eagles make sure they get their fees, win, lose or draw. And if you dare question the fees claimed by your own legal team, they soon show their teeth. I can't even look at a Solicitor's sign outside their office without a strong feeling of disgust.

[@sarahmurphy-nf4yl]

100% agree. Irish legal system is corrupt and is only advantageous to the rich

[@franceskane1151]

Your right the fees are absolutely ridiculous

[@gigiesparza396]

That’s how it is in America. Every single company, institution, and healthcare profession. Doctors and dentists get nasty when it comes to money.

[@ql2381]

If you hire someone to do a job (i.e, represent you in legal proceedings) and then refuse to pay them for it, you can’t expect them to be happy. Solicitors’ firms are businesses like any other and of course they’ll “show their teeth” if you try to get out of paying them for their work

[@davidmehlhorn726]

@@ql2381 I didn’t refuse to pay them, I queried why their costs for my divorce came to €25000 for a case heard in the circuit court, not the high court. Legal fees in Ireland are obscene. Even the IMF wanted them lowered when they were running this country’s finances following the crash in 2008 but somehow the legal profession were immune to the harsh financial measures everyone else in Ireland had to endure.

[@davidryan4053]

Love your legal explanations without any BS. To the point, simply delivered, and no jargon. David 📷

[@niallhussey8023]

Why does he ignore Danielle Kealey's testimony if he's so impartial? The only witness who had nothing to gain against Ms Hand, no payout for her. What of her in her community now she's been effectively shamed as a liar covering up a supposed assault?

[@CorkerinDublin]

@@niallhussey8023 cause she wasn't in the room, she did not witness anything apart from before the rape and afterwards so that's all she can attest to

[@niallhussey8023]

@CorkerinDublin Why don't you belive Danielle Kealey? So you believe she's a liar. Nice shaming of the poor woman who gained nothing from her testimony.

[@niallhussey8023]

She heard the bedroom activity, saw them going to and from the bedroom and saw zero evidence of distress. She accompanied Ms Hand the entire time but you and your ilk dismiss all this? Why? What did she have to gain?

[@jc-16.]

​@niallhussey8023 exactly as you said yourself, SHE wasn't in the room, so she can't attest to what happened I there.

[@cormacconaghan2715]

Great, no nonsense explanation Terry. Making complex legal issues accessible to the public at large. Great job, wishing you continued success

[@daraghcuddy244]

Costs are insane, legals are always the big winner from a financial point of view

[@tracyevans9012]

Lawyers fees are ridiculously expensive. That means only wealthy people can afford to get justice.

[@paulobrien8600]

True that, and alot of solicitors don't want to take on very very good cases because they don't want to challeng their friends in the Council. ...trust me I've seen it.

[@Paul-d6h9p]

Yes- some are, but most Solrs. will take a case on no foal no fee basis. I had experience of this. Worked well.

[@Paul-d6h9p]

⁠Rubbish!

[@tomgreene1843]

Why are they so expensive ....how much per day /hour ?

[@extramild1]

Not quite - it means only wealthy get sued. Why Ms Hand sued McGegor not and Lawarence is McGegor has money and Lawerence does not.

[@DarranMacken]

So she has to pay lawrences fees now yeah, she took a rape case against him and lost it.

[@michaelflanagan3691]

Excellent video with clarification of the no win no fee agreement. Very enlightening. Thank you.

[@mickfenton7760]

Legal fees are a joke in Ireland

[@rory9174]

So they only outlawed the advertising of no win no fee in Ireland. I was wondering why the courts are still so full of ambulance chasers.

[@missk1942]

It has got a lot tougher to take a pecsonal case.

[@rory9174]

@missk1942 I remember years ago the government talking about prosecuting people who lost personal injury cases. Now that was a great idea.

[@Martini923]

One law for the rich and one for the poor welcome to Ireland

[@martingomel1611]

Is it any different in the USA or in the UK?

[@katzolitamason6729]

And to New Zealand

[@MikeGardeDI]

What about the fact that legal fees are higher than the award? Paul Tweed offered me help with a case but he suggested an insurance scheme? Also Nikita has the other man's case which she lost?

[@jaune]

Great honest videos. Class stuff

[@Tomherbs]

How is a jury picked in a civil case? I’d like you go into detail sometime Terry about jury obligations

[@martingomel1611]

The jury is picked from the electoral register.

[@Tomherbs]

@@martingomel1611 by who?

[@martingomel1611]

@@Tomherbs By the County Registrar or equivalent court officer. The jury summons are issued to individuals on the electoral register using a randomised process. Randomisation ensures that the selection process is unbiased and representative of the population within the district.

[@coughlantom4139]

Terry, you gave an excellent summation regarding the fee situation there. Interestingly I was listening to Joe Brolly this morning discussing this case & he was trying to figure the DPPs reasons for failing to try the defendant. He said that the introduction of the second defendant as a ''Patsy'' was screaming out Mc Gregors guilt. Quoting a very Senior Barrister who likened it to having a ''loose runner '' in the Grand National, it offered the DPP an open door.

[@Hayes2703]

So in other words, unless the perpetrator was deemed likely to have means, a victim like this would ‘sing’ for justice.

[@Paul-d6h9p]

Yes! Why sue someone who is unemployed? C’est la vie!

[@sarahmurphy-nf4yl]

100% that's classed as Justice in Ireland. One law for the rich and another for the poor.

[@jtothecc2421]

​@@sarahmurphy-nf4yl in this case the system worked for the poorest individual

[@markyboym1636]

EXACTAMUNGO 😂 BASICALLY IN PERCECT ENGLISH IT MEANS THEY ARE WILLING tO GO ALL OUT IN A NO WIN NO FEE BASIS ,,BECAUSEEEE THEY EXPECT/THINK YOU ARE GONNA GET MILLIONS AND IF YOU DO THE FEE IS EXTORTIONATE ,,,,,,HOWEVER IN THIS CASE SHE ONLY GOT 240 GRAND WICH TO NORMAL PEOPLE LIKE US IS AMAZING BUT TO LAWYERS AND LIARS I.E HER IT WENT TITS UP😂😂😂

[@markyboym1636]

And best part is she was offered just over a million to settle and leave it at that butttttt the no win no fee people advised her not to settle BECAUSEEEEEE they thought she was on to millions 😂😂😂😂

[@bigmartin]

Her case against Lawrence failed, will she be lumped with fees there?

[@Monaleenian]

I'd imagine so. Why wouldn't she be?

[@0307785pk]

So, it is not justice for the individual but a pay day for either legal team. That is who wins in the irish legal system, Solicitors and Barristers.. As they get paid no matter what.. It's not a great system for justice.

[@HH-hd3gs]

Maybe the winning legal team shares with the losers?

[@CoderDad]

Yes! Now you have it. This is why a man can't win against a woman in Ireland. Gotta keep those crazies coming in the door no matter the outcome.

[@eltinjones4542]

I'm not a legal person but would you work for nothing?

[@AfroGaz71]

She also could get lumped with with the Bill from the Lawrence legal team.

[@0307785pk]

@eltinjones4542 it is not a question of working for nothing. However, the disparity between what was granted and the legal cost is huge. Between 1 million to 1.5 million possible costs. The professional class gets paid no matter the circumstances and the make money of others suffering.. it is a sad state of affairs that in order to have justice, you require large wealth. So nothing about working fir nothing.

[@FrancisjMcWade]

She won’t have much left for herself when her bills are paid

[@anthonydowling3356]

McGregor may have to pay it not her.

[@collette6103]

The loser pays the fees. But she didn’t win against number two. 😮

[@Eire68]

It’s so beautiful today , those trees . I was wondering how Nikita could afford those exuberant costs . Terry Mr Laurence was found not guilty, does that mean Nikita pays his court costs ?

[@jtothecc2421]

You'd hope so.

[@davidshields948]

Thank you for sharing.

[@thelolguy007]

And now that it was found she accused Laurence in the wrong, she accused an innocent man - will she have to pay his Fee’s?

[@nillzero]

and hopefully he sues her for damages

[@tomgreene1843]

Can the findings in this case be appealed ...and to what court ?

[@CorkerinDublin]

@@tomgreene1843 it can be appealed to the Court of appeal i presume

[@davidmc...80]

High Court jury has awarded €248,603 damages to a woman against Conor McGregor after finding she was assaulted by him in a Dublin hotel.. but 1.5 million for solicitor prices, it doesn't add up

[@simondonohoe1221]

He’ll have to pay her costs on top of what ever she’s awarded.

[@simondonohoe1221]

@@Valhalla-or8mx as I said the lawyers fees will awarded on top of her payout. It’s also worth mentioning that evidence that comes out in a civil case can lead to a criminal trial afterwards. That’s happened more than once before.

[@simondonohoe1221]

@@Valhalla-or8mx 9

[@E_O_S_]

Gravy train sure

[@UnknownUnrecognized]

it does add up

[@lawLess-fs1qx]

Go raibh maith agat Terry. It was a mystery how she was able to afford the high court. Her 250k will basically go to her solicitors. Doubt anybody would employ her after hearing about her coke & alcohol addiction. As usual, the only winner is the legal profession.

[@CorkerinDublin]

Costs are before the courts this week, mcgregor will more than likely have to pay her legal costs as well

[@europhile2658]

In England, and I imagine Ireland, there are a couple of other options. Pro Bono - some firms have a Pro Bono budget they could use. Not a good bet but it is worth considering. There are also Litigation Funders but come to think of it they usually want bigger cases. They are a bit like "no win no fee".

[@bernardtonge5518]

Litigation Funders don't work in Ireland

[@kc8485]

Champerty , the financial support of another person's legal action, is deemed illegal in Ireland. The law on this very ancient crime was changed in the UK in 1967. The law in Ireland, dating back to 1540 (yes, 1540) was upheld in a very famous case involving s certain [Redacted] and a Mobile Telephone Licence, involving a crooked Fine Gael Minister, judgement delivered in 2016........ "Important People" tend to shape society.....

[@al-sexpanther]

Could the two men do anything about the eight females on the jury? Before any0ne says that does not necessarily mean they will side with N.HAND it is something to think about with this life changing case.

[@CorkerinDublin]

12 jurors are randomly assigned. Both the prosecution and defence can challenge up to 7 jurors each. What more can they do to make sure an random jury? selection

[@nillzero]

@@CorkerinDublin to think its random is completely naïve.it is a jury of your peers. so they are profiled to the actors in the case so it balanced or fair lets say

[@CorkerinDublin]

@@nillzero we have had jury trials since 1927. In all that time I have never seen evidence nor any remotely believable conspiracy theory to say that juries are stacked ina particular way. There would surely have been one whistle-blower in all that time to say if they were. Look at Edmund Honohon previous master of the court, surely he would have come forward about this if it had any semblance of truth. Even if the jurors could be selected the defense still has 7 challenges to dismissal jurors No niavety at all, just no evidence to support your theory, prove to me otherwise

[@WILDREMAINS]

Gooday good Sir with thanks for sharing your thoughts on walkabout matters there in Ireland. Your topics of discussion, demeanor and camera framing are a pleasantly engaging mix, outside in sunshine particularly. Best of Thanksgiving to you yours and all of Ireland from 🇺🇸

[@patrickdowney2778]

Agreed. It's like going for a pleasant stroll with a knowledgeable friend.

[@rightiswrongrightiswrong806]

No win, no fee is available, but the barristers alone would not want to rack up fees of 2.1 million Euro and lose a case and then argue with the winning barristers about who gets paid first. If Hand lost, who would have paid the 2.1 million Euro fee for the 3 barristers who represented her? Would they have just shrugged it off as just another case down the drain, that makes no sense. They must have turned down other cases to take this one on. The all round fees are astronomical, multi millions to persuade a jury to believe one person over the other with no direct witnesses to the claimed attack. That's a huge gamble by people noted for their supposed risk aversion.

[@bogbay]

You've ignored everything said in the video so well done you.

[@rightiswrongrightiswrong806]

@@bogbay You just posted a meaningless post, trolling does that to you.

[@mariaducie-wu8lm]

While shes on social welfare does she not qualify for free legal aid?

[@nillzero]

there were witnesses that claimed there was no attack. let that sink in.

[@bogbay]

@@rightiswrongrightiswrong806 1. Not €2.1m. No foal no fee. Estimated by man in video at €1.5m. Good gamble by the lawyers. 2. No costs awarded yet so you're talking out of your hoop about all of this 3. He's guilty and he won't shag you As I said, you ignored everything said in the video so likely didn't watch it all. His shit beer and whiskey now being cancelled. He's not your pal. Was there enough meaning in that for you or do you want to make up some more barstool lawyer dumbfok observations?

[@lomzaunfiltered9151]

No win no fee is brilliant for the ordinary man. I have a case against my employer ongoing for an injury sustained and i would never have the money to pay the legal fees

[@rightiswrongrightiswrong806]

@lomzaunfiltered9151 A solicitor is the man who gets the money owed to you.

[@davidmccarter9479]

What if the defendant declares himself bankrupt and the plaintiff cannot recover? Also the post office managers in uk had most of their awards taken off them by their lawyers.

[@judyodonoghue7715]

They seize his assets house cars watches boats etc

[@UnknownUnrecognized]

1 mctap's watch will cover all fees and compo

[@JohnRyan-f2n]

This is a very difficult allegation to defend against . How do the prosecution PROVE the case . It seems to me that the defendants are in a position that they have to PROVE INNOCENCE .

[@Monaleenian]

I'd imagine it will be overturned on appeal

[@elliegreen4738]

@John Ryan That's an important point and I think you've hit on the Government motive for orchestrating this psyop on the people of Ireland. It's because the UN want to get rid of the Irish Constitution and the English one because they give us the right to be presumed innocent until proven guilty in a Court of Law. They want to change it for the Napoleonic system which most other countries have. Under that as you know, Defendants are presumed guilty until they prove their innocence. I knew there was a sinister plan behind this dodgy story with its impossible legal result. I rest my case.

[@David-if9vi]

At 1:30! This brings back memories of coming off a boat in the Poolbeg in winter. Half frozen, and heading for the nearest Pub to thaw out with a dram or two of their best fire water. Those were great days. If I may ask a question here? If Ms Hand has won this round, and it was left at that. The opposition has to pay her legal costs etc., as per the Court Rates. Does she have to top up the difference? Is the 1.5M Euros costs for both parties? Many years ago I worked for Thom's Directories in Dublin. I have a recollection of dealing with a Block Type Advert, and sales of both our Directories. (Thom's Dublin Street Dir., and the Thom's Commercial Dir). From a Terry Gorry Solrs, Endfield, Co Meath. The reason I remember this is the name "Enfield" is unusual. And if I remember correctly there was only one sale for the town. Thankyou very much for sharing this with us. Kind regards, and greetings from Africa.

[@Quit-u1u]

What about the fact that they didnt find against his co accused. Will she be liable for the costs? Why did she not qualify for free legal aid? The fees are ludicrous for a few lads reading a few pages and making a few arguments. €1.5 million is outrageous.

[@PB111627]

You can’t get free legal aid to take civil cases, think about it. If you could everyone in the country would be suing someone.

[@PB111627]

It’s really about going after people like Conor who they know is wealthy.

[@Mary.Shannon]

She didn't go after him way back when supposedly happened, why. If she felt so bacd and thought she was going to die, wouldn't she have ran to the cops asap? Most would when they know who it was.

[@Monaleenian]

@@Mary.Shannon She did. Seemingly the DPP didn't believe that there was sufficient evidence for a criminal case.

[@110berrykey]

No justice in Ireland. Who is paying you or intimidating you ?

[@davidmccarter9479]

Sorry Terry I didn’t express that very well. It was the insurance who clawed the winnings back, not the lawyers.

[@paulos1878]

Just sit down in a room where there isnt background noise, you're not panting and every detail is heard and digested.

[@Jeremy64444]

Nikita could be in trouble then . Because she lost the Lawrence case. Anything she gets of Mc Gregor, she will have to pay towards Lawrence legal fees .

[@seamuscarroll8711]

To be clear, no one has any information on how Nikita Hand paid her legal team, including the originator of this video.

[@patricknolan1096]

Explained fabulously.

[@timmccarthy7018]

I'd say she is disappointed with the payout I reckon she was expecting to at least get at least 1 million from him

[@sarahmurphy-nf4yl]

She was delighted to be beloved and vindicated.

[@missk1942]

Interesting to see what the MMA fighters ars commenting, overwhelmingly negative for Connor.

[@kelly2180]

@@missk1942 irrelevant

[@johnculbert1545]

Whoever tells the best lies to convince the jury, wins

[@sarahmurphy-nf4yl]

Who were Nikita Hands SOLICITORS?

[@leawilliams8476]

This is the question.

[@UnknownUnrecognized]

peter duff solicitors

[@nillzero]

she won because of the jury not the barristers. she won because of judge directing the jury.

[@UnknownUnrecognized]

@@nillzero she won because she is a woman, if this was other way around, no way of winning. Also, is mctap was poor, there would be no case, just regret s3x with no compo money

[@sarahmurphy-nf4yl]

I've googled that and seen nothing about that firm of solicitors representing Nikita Hand? ​@UnknownUnrecognized

[@kerryconstantine]

Thankyou Terry:)

[@boradley601]

Hi Terry, can you comment on who will pay James Lawrence legal fees?

[@funkydunky6366]

Would they have offered no win no fee if it wasn't for the celebrity defendant? What does the average person do to bring a case? 🤔🤔

[@missk1942]

Majority of personal injury cases are no win no fee.

[@sarahmurphy-nf4yl]

Doubt it

[@firsargentum5920]

There are also companies that will fund litigation for a share of any awards. Not sure how common it is in Ireland but common enough in the UK and US.

[@kevinmccourt6546]

The question still remains unanswered. Now that shes won, how is she supposed to pay the €1.5m fees after she was only awarded €250k?

[@hopandsolo]

The other side pay this I think, but if she loses an appeal is she in financial trouble?

[@jdig1984]

It wouldn't be a sure bet if an appeal would be granted unless new substantial evidence was found

[@kelly2180]

The irish people are sick of these psy-ops.

[@killbotone6210]

@@kelly2180 Connor and Dee are Irelands Epstein and Maxwell. Facts.

[@killbotone6210]

Connor Epstein and Dee Maxwell.

[@Rodkearney10]

A total distraction, organised by the government shills just like yiu Terry!!

[@Nonnabanana2]

Brilliant. Thank you

[@lexzoolia1]

I like your watch , what brand is it ?

[@anthonydowling3356]

I will get back to you .

[@Olive_999-v6v]

Miss marples😂

[@platypass8294]

If you don't have the answer, why did you pose the question like that? Click bait.

[@reliablesauce]

But why take a case that even the DPP didn't think would be successful? Interesting to ponder on the possible reasons why...

[@kevinnolan1339]

As has been pointed out, ad nauseum, the burden of proof in civil cases is different. In civil cases, it's on the balance of probabilities, i.e., the claimant must show that the facts they allege are more likely than not true. In criminal cases brought by the DPP, the burden is to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.

[@reliablesauce]

@kevinnolan1339 Has it been pointed out "and nauseum"? Not to me it hasn't. If so, I wouldn't have asked the question. By the way, well done for spelling difficult Latin words. Buy yourself and ice-cream, sui contentus 😅

[@micheletotton9342]

Is it true she is now liable to pay for James' attorney's fees?

[@CorkerinDublin]

The court will adjudicate on fees this week but it is possible

[@aidanoconnor4172]

There is help for them lads with the cans... it's right near the front of the telephone book 😊

[@brendanblake8004]

If fees are in region of €1.5million and she was awarded €248k, that leaves a difference of €1.252 million. Who pays the difference?

[@kelly2180]

@brendanblake8004 you set up a go fund me page, of course. That's usually the playbook.

[@samuelrobinson9012]

Or in her case, onlyfans. She has the morals!!!

[@jamesgilhooly8922]

Like any business venture, the Solicitors will weigh up the chances of a win with the fiscal potential of the Respondent.

[@tonymarkham4652]

This case stinks to high heaven, there is something not right about it.

[@kelly2180]

More than something not right about it. How did hairdressers assemble a big legal team? And nobody asked who was paying for it. Mainstream media all over the trial usually means psy-op.

[@johnnyd15]

James lawrance was found not guilty. Can he seek damages against N Hand.

[@CoderDad]

Yes. Defamation.

[@maymalone1505]

Well done😊

[@1000CC_Mandra]

Nicely explained thank you.

[@leawilliams8476]

Who are the attorneys?

[@hilltop521]

It's a good plan no win no fee wonder do law firms do this system on commercial cases Thanks

[@CorkerinDublin]

Yeah they do. It would have been very common with the ambulance chasing types

[@hilltop521]

@CorkerinDublin Was on for inquireing the state are using the CPO powers to acquire houses and land and move in without paying for it ....hard to believe but it's happening people can be waiting years before they get a cent ...noone has yet challenged it YET but I've a feeling it will be challenged

[@SuperBuckley]

Ive seen the lady was looking for €1.7m-€2m. She was awarded 15% is this a win or a defeat? Will she get a big bill on Thursday?

[@mightymouse473]

Greetings from the Balkans

[@stephenoneill2844]

Ah, the Balkans. I spent 6 months in KOSOVO peacekeeping with the Irish Army. I loved it.

[@mightymouse473]

Editing: That was my Serbian side. Sorry. I trust you came to no harm.

[@stephenoneill2844]

@mightymouse473 I thought it was beautiful, the landscape, the ladies, the food, the architecture.

[@mightymouse473]

@@stephenoneill2844 shame about the shrapnel in all my friends bodies

[@vannesagannon4555]

Great info.

[@Don.Challenger]

Terry, concerning costs of a full trial how many cases, civil or criminal, actually have any time in public court (other than court time for administrative dealings) and are rather settled by negotiation and plea or various diversions? And how much does that reduce a typical cases cost profile? I imagine just cease and desist and demand or cautioning letters smooth out many tippy tea cup disputes for minor billable amounts. This isn't wanting any cost/expense figures so shouldn't be construed as in the area of advertising for services. I see the Irish Courts Service Annual Report For 2023 published on 23rd September 2024 is available for those interested, but I doubt it addresses the number of possible actions that fail to become a case or are soon settled very early on and so might be cheapy handled justice. Just as most bar fights and even most UFC and other quietly promoted fights never happen to get to the weigh in laughs.

[@sarahmurphy-nf4yl]

Terry, I was wondering IF you know who Nikita Hands firm of solicitors is? We read about the barristers, but do you know which firm were her solicitors..?? Please reply if you can. Thank you 😊 🙏

[@davidmc...80]

Its good timing with conor wanting to be president. If i were a conspiracy theorist, I'd be thinking it was a government funded job..

[@CorkerinDublin]

Then maybe he shouldn't be going to hotels with random women with a partner and kids at home

[@killbotone6210]

Common Sense says he used the Presidency story as a distraction when he found out the case was going public. Everyone knows he can't get the 26 nominations anyway. It was a distraction.

[@kelly2180]

Running for president is just the alt state media giving him a stage.

[@rightiswrongrightiswrong806]

@@CorkerinDublin Nikita Hand went to the hotel with a well known sportsman while her boyfriend was at home babysitting her child. Are you blind, or just bigoted.

[@grumpygrumpasaurus]

​@@killbotone6210about time someone said it. But these brainless numpties who follow McGregor refuse to believe it

[@Tommy-vh7xj]

Wow the costs involved not for the faint hearted enjoy your channel cheers

[@ShredCo]

A solicitor will never take a pro bono case for millions of quid for no reason other than they might win. It's possible that an NGO or a government run 'NGO' could retain a solicitor who is then given an obligation to prosecute McGregor in civil court for ulterior reasons.

[@paulgilliland2992]

I know that private equity will provide funding for high court actions on the assumption that they get 2 1/2 times their money back. They generally have in house council to advise on the merits.

[@lesleyb13]

I know its always best for all parties to be legally represented but can you bring a case to the highcourt without legal representation such as im district courts?

[@docastrov9013]

The summing up reminded me of Jeffrey Archer "Is she not fragrant".

[@Don.Challenger]

Other factors: The law firm supporting your case may also have additional contingency cases on the go (and perhaps contemplated), they can only sustain so many nonpaying cases or they blow out their budget; but of course over their case portfolio's progression they can better establish which ones are proving out in their favor and which ones are going foul, as they look through the disclosures, see who may be good stable witnesses who could be reckless and poor on both sides, whether your team and the other both have their hearts and full steam for the case for those oft told vigorous defenses and powerful offensive ends. Perhaps a generous friend of your side (openly or anonymously) may step up and offer support gaining returns in other socially acceptable ways - that vigorous defense bankrolled in part by sweet revenge perhaps. And as always possible (however improbable) some external slip up like a solicitor or barrister getting hit with a head butt outside in the high court yard, sending an entire case topsy turvy into a lengthy adjournment. Or a simple heart attack or family distress requiring time away and reinforcements required.

[@killbotone6210]

I , like thousands of other Irish, are happy to donate to her.

[@kerryconstantine]

I’m in Australia and I would have donated to her.

[@Paul-g9s]

Lol😅, you fools, she was in for the 💰, A coke tramp

[@Enlightenment246]

I’m South African and would definitely donate to her.

[@arthuritis4503]

I wouldn't donate to her because she wasn't g raped.

[@kelly2180]

Thousands of other irish, a bit of an exaggeration.

[@AfroGaz71]

So who pays James Lawrence's fee. Does that mean Ms Hand could have to pay his fees since he was found not guilty?

[@DUD751]

Yep 😂

[@dermotging3474]

I looked into this. I dont think he had to pay anything because he won but I'm sure he will catch her for some costs or damages ya know😅.

[@jamesd755]

In the UK, if you enter into a no win no fee agreement and lose.. you don't pay the defendants costs. Something tells me that the defendants costs are covered by insurance, but I'm not entirely sure if that's accurate..

[@seamusobroin6029]

There is a BIG difference between no win no fee, and no foal no fee .😢

[@Wisewizard-o5c]

Afternoon Terry, excellent clarity, and completeness , you have great ability to acquire and apply knowledge 👍

[@stubones]

This isn’t about justice, this is about Conor standing up to the corrupt government.

[@isabelwinstanley5445]

I guess it also allows some lawyers to gain experience in higher courts that they otherwise they might not have a sufficiency of which will benefit other clients.

[@SusanAddis-d1f]

What do you do if your step children are barristers ie no fees their end as they are the other party

[@tonybrown5852]

Third party litigation, where someone might get someone to fund their case is not allowed in Ireland to prevent working class people taking major cases against corporations or the gov.

[@martinnaughton6572]

In my View Nikita Hand Solicitor had to know that she had a good win when she made her statements to her solicitor with evidence supplied, its like a person making a personal injury case if that person goes to a solicitor with practically the hospital Exra in there hand, that's good enough for any solicitor, Correct me if I'm wrong, where did it happen ?. Thanks Terry.

[@vannesagannon4555]

Great to know thank you

[@briantreacy8416]

Brilliant thank you

[@cantbendknee]

Does she owe James Lawrence money?

[@hopeisthething1965]

Very interesting, thank you. And nice to see the canal, and those lovely boats. I loved the bit about the lads and the strong Polish lager. Love how you present these videos.

[@dorishenderson2979]

The man's tone about the poor woman who had to take this Civil case, made me feel very uncomfortable.

[@alan8887]

If I were a lawyer, I would have taken on Nakita's case Probono (for free). Maybe there were lawyers or Firms in Ireland who were just as disgusted and outraged with Conor as I am.

[@richiehoyt8487]

Wasn't it the case that "No Win, No Fee" didn't used to be allowed until the late '90's, or something? I say 'allowed', I don't know if that would have been in terms of the actual law of the land, or the Law Society's own rules...

[@Finnegas-Eces]

Perhaps I've misunderstood, but I take what your saying to mean that the 1.5 million is the fees of both legal teams. Lets say it's divided 50:50 (though I imagine McGreggors team might have been more expensive), so that would mean Hand took a gamble on having to pay 750 thousand if she lost the case??? That's a hell of a gamble, no matter how confident your legal team is! Hmm...I have my doubts, but like I say maybe I've completely missed something.

[@collette6103]

Sometimes a law firm will take the chance for the publicity too.

[@TomKelly-q3q]

Enjoy your presentation, however surely solrs and barristers should only charge by the hour and these should be clearly outline in the invoice. Too much ambiguity about costs.

[@kathleenkeane4364]

Most people are denied the high court because of money, that's not justice, it should be available to all ,to have your own solicitor covered by the government.

[@mayoman9w]

Who pays if an appeal is successful?

[@Scarletpimpernel-x4q]

So basically the solicitors and barristers took the gamble if they win they get a paid day and a good one at that.

[@HH-hd3gs]

"other factors" probably.

[@seamus9750]

Government backed

[@jeanmarie3258]

Why would the government back it?

[@hindenpeter2.04]

McGregor is in the big club as are most in lawfare and 90% of all our pols. It's all BS the news and filler

[@saz6452]

Coz they are corrupt and Conor is getting to big for his boots, he might go into politics and they don't want that.....he is a threat to their little corrupt agenda thay have going on.

[@killbotone6210]

​@@jeanmarie3258Seamus is on the boosters, pay no attention to him.

[@jamonit7169]

@@jeanmarie3258 I thought the same once McGregor's started to be highly critical of the Irish government, it was inevitable his past would catch up with him but it depends on the time line.