As this depends on the circumstances and the type of action, it is difficult to be specific.
At one extreme, the Law Commission records a case which, when it reached the courts, took 43 days of court time and cost £320,000 even though it concerned shares valued at only £24,000. On the other hand, a mediated settlement might be reached in a day at a cost closer to £1,000.
Bear in mind the importance of ensuring that the money will be there before taking any action. For example, there is little point in pursuing an insolvent company or director.
