 Since 1 January 2007, by virtue of the "Association of Law Costs Draftsmen Order 2006", the ALCD has been capable of granting rights of audience to its members.In 2007, in light of the procurement of rights of audience, the ALCD has bestowed the title of "costs lawyer" upon all Fellows of the Association who have successfully completed a designated advocacy course.Such rights have considerably enhanced the status and reputation of those in the profession who have qualified as costs lawyers.