Our client was charged a shocking $699,000 in legal fees for a wills and estates matter, and her lawyer even held onto sentimental items and threatened debt recovery. After reviewing the cost agreement, we discovered it was void due to an inaccurate fee estimates, making the charges legally unenforceable until they were assessed by the Costs Court. Our swift action led to a settlement that reduced the lawyer's fees by $199,000 and ensured the return of our client's cherished possessions.