St. James’s Place

Recover Your Future.

Barings Law can help those who have lost money, either through advisory fees or investments made on the recommendations of St. James’s Place advisors. Our team can help you recover money earmarked for your future.

Eligibility Criteria for St. James’s Place Claims.

If you have engaged with the services of St. James’s Place within the last 10 years, you may be eligible to claim compensation if any of the following applies to you:

You were overcharged for the advice you received.

If you were not fully informed about the fees you were being charged or were mis-led about the costs associated with the service provided.

If you used St. James’s Place for an investment or pension within the last 10 years.

If you suffered a financial loss as a result of being charged for a service that you have not received.

Your Path to Expert Legal Consultation.

Embark on a streamlined journey towards professional legal advice, where each step is designed for clarity, convenience, and comprehensive support.

Submit Claim Form

Fill in our online form and send us a copy of any supporting evidence you may have.

Expert Consultation

One of our experts will be in touch to conduct your consultation and review your eligibility.

Launch Claim

If eligible, we’ll start a no-win no-fee claim to recover your money from St. James’s Place.

Maximise Success

We work diligently to represent you on your behalf, striving to achieve the most favourable resolution possible.

Frequently Asked Questions.

We’ve answered some of our most Frequently Asked Questions below, but if you have a question that we have not answered, please feel free to book a one-on-one consultation with one of our experts. Give us a call on 0161 200 9960 or click on the webchat icon at the bottom right-hand side of this page.

How has the claim against St. James’s Place come about?

St. James’s Place has recently been criticised for charging customers ongoing advisory fees to provide annual reviews of their financial products and allegedly not providing the service.   Subsequently, St. James’s Place have confirmed that they have set aside £426m to pay refunds to clients who paid its ongoing advisory fees but did not receive an acceptable level of service for the fees charged.

Who can claim?

If you were a customer of St. James’s Place within the last 10 years and suspect you were charged for ongoing advisory fees, inadequately informed about fees and/or provided with unsuitable advice. You may also be eligible to submit a claim if you suffered a financial loss due to a mis-sold pension or investment.

What information do I need to provide to start my claim?

In order to start your claim, please fill in our claim enquiry form and provide us with any supporting documents you have, such as terms and conditions and annual statements. Please do not worry if you have not retained any documents – we still may be able to help you and obtain the relevant documents on your behalf.

How long does the process take?

The process will vary for each individual claim. Once we have determined the eligibility of your claim, we will draft the necessary paperwork and submit your complaint directly to St. James’s Place. We anticipate the claim journey to take approximately three to six months. However, this may vary depending on the outcome of your complaint and whether there is a need to refer your complaint to the relevant Ombudsman service for further review and consideration.

What fee do Barings charge?

If we are successful in your claim, Barings charge a success fee of 25% + VAT. These fees will be displayed in your No-Win No-Fee Agreement. If you have cooperated with our legal teams and your claim is unsuccessful, you will not be liable for any fees.

Is It No-Win No-Fee?

Yes, if we are unsuccessful in your claim, you will not pay a penny for our services. All we ask is that you are honest, open and truthful in your dealings with us, and that you cooperate with our operatives should the need to supply documents or further information arise.

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