Our Fees

Our table of additional fees relate to conveyancing matters for residential transactions only and exclude companies buying residential properties or commercial transactions. Any additional fees for any company transaction will be discussed by your lawyer at the time any additional fee is identified as being required.

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A quality solicitor is often needed in times of stress and worry - so the last thing you want to be concerned about is the unknown and the unexpected. Especially when it comes to what you’ll be paying.

Residential Conveyancing Fees

About

Buying or selling a property is a huge moment in your live. We know the importance of ensuring that the legal process runs as smoothly as possible. And that includes the fees that you will pay.

We understand that every client is different, and yet all clients want transparency and openness from the off. That’s what you’ll get when you work alongside GloverPriest.

Because each residential conveyancing transaction is different, additional fees may be incurred in some cases – and these are outlined below. But what you are assured of is what makes GloverPriest stand out from the legal crowd: experience, expertise, personable, open and transparent. From start to finish. The only surprise you will get is the quality of the service you’ll receive. Unless our existing clients have already spoken to you about us!

We don’t make empty promises about timescales, either. Again, all legal transactions are different. They can take just a week or so, but they can also take a lot longer than that, too. This depends on a number of factors, but what you’ll get from GloverPriest is a forthright, open, and expert discussion right at the very start on probable timings and regular communication along the way.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

Basically, all work that is required to complete the purchase and/or sale of your property, including payment of any Stamp Duty. There are a number of assumptions that legal companies make in your stereotypical conveyancing transaction, such as:

  • This is a standard transaction and that no unforeseen matters arise

  • Your transaction is concluded in a timely manner
  • 
All parties to the transaction are co-operative

  • There is no unreasonable delay from third parties
  • 
Relevant documentation is forthcoming
  • And, no indemnity policies are required

And as we keep saying, every legal transaction is different, so we’ve also gone to the trouble of highlight a few examples where additional fees may be incurred in certain circumstances, and these can be found when you click on the links below.

But we don’t want to overburden you with jargon or unnecessary information here that may or may not affect you right now. We really want you to contact us, so that we can discuss exactly what your legal situation requires

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Timings

The length of these legal processes can vary from start to finish. Accurate timescales will be given after initial consultations have taken place on your individual case.

EXCEPTIONAL CIRCUMSTANCES

This website provides examples of the average costs and fees involved with these types of legal matters. But each client has their own set of circumstances and so there will be occasions when exceptional circumstances add to the complexity and time taken to reach a conclusion. We will always keep you fully informed of any change in costs and circumstances and explain why, too. In these situations, our fees may exceed those quoted above, but we will notify you in advance if we need to exceed an original estimate.

 

DISBURSEMENTS

Law firms often talk about “Disbursements” and these are costs related to your matter that are payable to third parties, such as Court fees and a barrister’s fee. There may also be additional expenses which are charges we will make in addition to our fees, such as an Electronic ID fee. We will always be upfront with you asto how much these charges are and what they relate to. If you instruct us, we set out any additional expenses in our Client Care Letter.

THE EXAMPLES WE PROVIDE ARE INTENDED AS A GUIDE ONLY – FOR A DETAILED ESTIMATE, SPECIFIC TO YOUR EXACT REQUIREMENTS, PLEASE CONTACT US SO THAT YOU CAN MAKE THE INFORMED, CORRECT DECISION THAT YOU NEED, WANT AND DESERVE.

Prices shown + VAT at 20%

Litigation Fees

About

Business to business debt collection disputes can often be stressful, confusing and difficult to manage. That’s why we’re here for you. We have an outstanding, experienced and expert Debt Recovery team who will guide, support and help you throughout the process.

We will work diligently to find a solution to your legal matters through a high quality, professional, personal and transparent service that you can trust.

Timescales vary, but from experience on average they take between 2 and 10 weeks, but you can rest assured knowing that throughout this process you get expert service from a qualified member of the team.

Our costs usually apply to a claim in relation to an unpaid invoice which is not disputed and does not require enforcement action. Any additional work and fees can be necessary but we will always discuss this with you and ensure that we are 100% open and transparent if costs are revised in any way.

Timings

The length of these legal processes can vary from start to finish. Accurate timescales will be given after initial consultations have taken place on your individual case.

EXCEPTIONAL CIRCUMSTANCES

This website provides examples of the average costs and fees involved with these types of legal matters. But each client has their own set of circumstances and so there will be occasions when exceptional circumstances add to the complexity and time taken to reach a conclusion. We will always keep you fully informed of any change in costs and circumstances and explain why, too. In these situations, our fees may exceed those quoted above, but we will notify you in advance if we need to exceed an original estimate.

 

DISBURSEMENTS

Law firms often talk about “Disbursements” and these are costs related to your matter that are payable to third parties, such as Court fees and a barrister’s fee. There may also be additional expenses which are charges we will make in addition to our fees, such as an Electronic ID fee. We will always be upfront with you asto how much these charges are and what they relate to. If you instruct us, we set out any additional expenses in our Client Care Letter.

THE EXAMPLES WE PROVIDE ARE INTENDED AS A GUIDE ONLY – FOR A DETAILED ESTIMATE, SPECIFIC TO YOUR EXACT REQUIREMENTS, PLEASE CONTACT US SO THAT YOU CAN MAKE THE INFORMED, CORRECT DECISION THAT YOU NEED, WANT AND DESERVE.

Prices shown + VAT at 20%

Example
Debt Value Court Fee Our Fee (INLC. VAT) Total
Up to £300.00 £35.00 £135.00 £170.00
£300.01 - £500.00 £50.00 £147.00 £197.00
£500.01 - £1,000.00 £70.00 £185.00 £255.00
£1,000.01 - £1,500.00 £80.00 £195.00 £275.00
£1,500.01 - £3,000.00 £115.00 £225.00 £340.00
£3,000.01 - £5,000.00 £205.00 £285.00 £490.00
£5,000.01 - £10,000.00 £455.00 £375.00 £830.00
£10,000.01 - £200,000.00 5% value of the claim £435.00 Variable
£200,000.01 + £10,000.00 £735.00 £10,735.00
Debt Recovery
Item Cost
Initial consultation From £300.00 plus VAT
Standard Letter Before Action From £20.00 plus VAT
Detailed Letter Before Action From £175.00 plus VAT
Default Judgment From £45.00 plus VAT
Judgment by Admission From £65.00 plus VAT
Summary Judgment Application Hourly Rate
Court Fee - £303.00
Enforcement £55.00 plus VAT to instruct High Court Enforcement, hourly rate thereafter
Court Fee £78.00 (High Court Enforcement Officers)
£75.00 plus VAT (High Court Enforcement Officers abortive fee)
Court Fee £91.00 (County Court Bailiffs)
Contested Debt Recovery Hourly rate, from £175.00 plus VAT
Additional chase letters From £25.00 plus VAT
Arranging Payment Plan Hourly rate
Attachment of Earnings Application £250.00 plus VAT
Court Fee £131.00
Charging Order Application Fixed fee for Application - £750.00 plus VAT
Court Fee - £131.00
Office Copy Entries - £3.00
Registration of Interim Charge - £40.00
Final Charge – £40.00
Third Party Debt Order Application Fixed Fee - £200.00 plus VAT
Court Fee £131.00
Statutory Demand Individual Debtors – From £400.00 plus VAT (Debts between £5k - £10k)
Company Debtors – From £300.00 plus VAT (Debts from £750.00)
Process sever fee – from 90.00 plus VAT
Bankruptcy proceedings Hourly Rate – From £175.00 plus VAT
Petition Deposit - £1,500.00
Court Fee - £332.00
Process sever fee – from 90.00 plus VAT
Winding Up Notice Hourly Rate
Tomlin Order/Consent Order Disbursement £119.00
Landlord Tenant
Item Cost
Service of Section 21 Notice From £250.00 plus VAT
£50.00 plus VAT per additional Tenant
Service of Section 8 Notice From £300.00 plus VAT
£50.00 plus VAT per additional Tenant
Review Section 21/8 Notice served by another Agent Hourly Rate – £75.00 plus VAT
Issuing Possession Proceedings £550.00 plus VAT
Office Copy Entries - £3.00
Court Fee - £391.00
Request Possession Order £120.00 plus VAT
Contested Claims Hourly Rate from £175.00 plus VAT
Instructing Bailiffs for Eviction
Application to transfer to High Court Enforcement		 From £250.00 plus VAT (County Court Bailiffs)
Court Fee: £143.00
Hourly Rate - £175.00 plus VAT
Court Fee £275.00
Enforcement Costs £675.00 plus VAT
Neighbour Disputes Initial Consultation from £300.00 plus VAT
Correspondence with opponent – Hourly Rate
Issue Proceedings – Hourly Rate
Disbursements
Court Fee – varies depending on value of claim
Office Copy entries £3.00
Contesting a Will Disputes with Beneficiaries Disputes with Trustees and Executors Initial Consultation from £300.00 plus VAT
Correspondence with opponent – Hourly Rate
Issue Proceedings – Hourly Rate
Disbursements
Caveat Fee - £3.00
Will Search - £113.00
Court Fee – varies depending on value of claim
Co-Habitation Disputes Initial Consultation from £300.00 plus VAT
Correspondence with opponent – Hourly Rate
Issue Proceedings – Hourly Rate
Sale of Goods Disputes Initial Consultation from £300.00 plus VAT
Correspondence with opponent – Hourly Rate
Issue Proceedings – Hourly Rate
Court Fee – Varies depending on value of claim
Professional Negligence Initial Consultation from £300.00 plus VAT
Correspondence with opponent – Hourly Rate
Issue Proceedings – Hourly Rate
Court Fee – Varies depending on value of claim

Family Law Fees

All fees exclude court fees, which can be found at https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/fees-in-the-civil-and-family-courts-main-fees-ex50/family-court-fees-ex50

Our charges may be based upon hourly rates which are reviewed annually. Our current hourly rates range between £175 plus VAT of £35 (gross £210) and £330 plus VAT of £66 (gross £396), depending upon level of experience. If you instruct us, we will set out the relevant hourly rate in our Client Care Letter.

Disbursements not included
DIVORCE (UNCONTESTED) Unmarried Couple
Applicant £750.00
VAT@ 20% £100.00
Total £900.00
Respondent £500.00
VAT@ 20% £100.00
Total £600.00
DIVORCE (CONTESTED) From To
Contested Divorce *£1,000.00 *£3,000.00
VAT@ 20% £200.00 £600.00
Total £1,200.00 £3,600.00
* These costs are in addition to the costs quoted in respect of uncontested divorce proceedings.
CHILDREN MATTERS /PROCEEDINGS From To
Resolution out of Court *£1,000.00 *£2,500.00
VAT@ 20% £200.00 £500.00
Total £1,200.00 £3,000.00
Court proceedings (*excluding final hearing) *£5,000.00 *£10,000.00
VAT@ 20% £1000.00 £2000.00
Total £6,000.00 £12,000.00
Additional costs (fact-find hearing) *£5,000.00 *£10,000.00
VAT@ 20% £1000.00 £2000.00
Total £6,000.00 £12,000.00
Additional costs (final hearing) *£3,000.00 *£6,000.00
VAT@ 20% £600.00 £1000.00
Total £3,600.00 £7,000.00
FINANCIAL MATTERS / PROCEEDINGS
(excludes costs in connection with preliminary issues; s37 and/or maintenance pending suit applications)		 From To
*Resolution out of Court *£1,000.00 *£5,000.00
VAT@ 20% £200.00 £1000.00
Total £1,200.00 £6,000.00
Up to First Directions Apt *£3,000.00 *£6,000.00
VAT@ 20% £600.00 £1200.00
Total £3,600.00 £7,200.00
Further costs to FDR hearing *£5,000.00 *£10,000.00
VAT@ 20% £1000.00 £2000.00
Total £6,000.00 £12,000.00
Further costs to Final hearing *£5,000.00 *£10,000.00
VAT@ 20% £1000.00 £2000.00
Total £6,000.00 £12,000.00
* This also refers to consent orders; pre/post-nuptial agreements; separation/cohabitation agreement
TRUSTS OF LAND AND APPOINTMENT OF TRUSTEES From To
Excluding final hearing *£5,000.00 *£10,000.00
VAT@ 20% £1000.00 £2000.00
Total £6,000.00 £12,000.00
Additional costs (final hearing) *£5,000.00 *£10,000.00
VAT@ 20% £1000.00 £2000.00
Total £6,000.00 £12,000.00

Wills & Trusts

At GloverPriest, we are proud that we have a reputation of being extremely thorough. Our clients know that we will take the time to explain just how things will work and what the process entails. We work with our clients to ensure that we have covered all of the basics and go into further detail where appropriate. That’s so important when dealing with matters of Probate.

In England and Wales, Wills and Trusts are essential tools for managing and protecting your assets - property, money, and possessions - both during your lifetime and after you've passed. As with many areas of law, dealing with Wills and setting up Trusts often involves sensitive, important decisions. This is why we prioritise openness and transparency, providing clarity and peace of mind during these pivotal moments. Our fees are based on a combination of fixed and variable rates, ensuring that you benefit from our expertise and guidance every step of the way.

If there are any additional fees, then examples of these and/or disbursements (payments which we pay to third parties on your behalf as part of the process) are outlined below.

Our charges may be based upon hourly rates which are reviewed annually. Our current hourly rates range between £175 plus VAT of £35 (gross £210) and £330 plus VAT of £66 (gross £396), depending upon level of experience. If you instruct us, we will set out the relevant hourly rate in our Client Care Letter.

TIMINGS

The length of these legal processes can vary from start to finish. Accurate timescales will be given after initial consultations have taken place on your individual case.

EXCEPTIONAL CIRCUMSTANCES

This website provides examples of the average costs and fees involved with these types of legal matters. But each client has their own set of circumstances and so there will be occasions when exceptional circumstances add to the complexity and time taken to reach a conclusion. We will always keep you fully informed of any change in costs and circumstances and explain why, too. In these situations, our fees may exceed those quoted above, but we will notify you in advance if we need to exceed an original estimate.

DISBURSEMENTS

Law firms often talk about “Disbursements” and these are costs related to your matter that are payable to third parties, such as Court fees and a barrister’s fee. There may also be additional expenses which are charges we will make in addition to our fees, such as an Electronic ID fee. We will always be upfront with you asto how much these charges are and what they relate to. If you instruct us, we set out any additional expenses in our Client Care Letter.

THE EXAMPLES WE PROVIDE ARE INTENDED AS A GUIDE ONLY – FOR A DETAILED ESTIMATE, SPECIFIC TO YOUR EXACT REQUIREMENTS, PLEASE CONTACT US SO THAT YOU CAN MAKE THE INFORMED, CORRECT DECISION THAT YOU NEED, WANT AND DESERVE.

Prices shown + VAT at 20%

WILLS Single Person Married Couple Unmarried Couple
Straightforward, simple £350.00 £500.00 £600.00
VAT@ 20% £70.00 £100.00 £120.00
Total £420.00 £600.00 £720.00
Right of Occupancy and Life Interest Trusts £700.00 £800.00 N/A
VAT@ 20% £140.00 £160.00
Total £840.00 £960.00
Other Complex Trusts £1,000.00 £1,200.00 £1,400.00
VAT@ 20% £200.00 £240.00 £280.00
Total £1,200.00 £1,440.00 £1,680.00
GRANTS OF REPRESENTATION (Grant of Probate/Letters of Administration)
Excepted Estate £2,000.00
VAT@ 20% £400.00
Total £2,400.00
Medium Complexity £5,000.00
VAT@ 20% £1,000.00
Total £6,000.00
High Complexity £7,500.00
VAT@ 20% £1,500.00
Total £9,000.00
ESTATE ADMINISTRATION From To
Administration of an Estate subject to complexity
Plus VAT		 2% of gross value 4% of gross value
LASTING POWERS OF ATTORNEY (LPA) Single Person Couple
One type of LPA £450.00 £750.00
VAT@ 20% £90.00 £150.00
Registration fee *£82.00 *£82.00
Total £622.00 £1,064.00
Both types of LPA £750.00 £1,300.00
VAT@ 20% £150.00 £260.00
Registration fee *£164.00 *£328.00
Total £1,064.00 £1,888.00
COURT OF PROTECTION From To
Financial Affairs £3,000.00 £4,000.00
VAT@ 20% £600.00 £800.00
Court fee *£408.00 *£408.00
Total £4,008.00 £5,208.00
Personal Welfare £5,000.00 £6,000.00
VAT@ 20% £1,000.00 £1,200.00
Court fee *£408.00 *£408.00
Total £6,408.00 £7,608.00
* If the Donor/person to whom the application relates is in receipt of benefits or on a low income they may be eligible for an exemption or remission of the registration/Court fee. Please speak to your legal advisor for more information.
MISCELLANEOUS
Severance of Joint Tenancy £150.00
VAT@ 20% £30.00
Total £180.00
Home Visits (covers up-to two visits) £50.00
VAT@ 20% £10.00
Total £60.00
Certified Copy Lasting Power of Attorney £50.00
VAT@ 20% £10.00
Total £60.00

Employment Fees

Our charges may be based upon hourly rates which are reviewed annually. Our current hourly rates range between £175 plus VAT of £35 (gross £210) and £330 plus VAT of £66 (gross £396), depending upon level of experience. If you instruct us, we will set out the relevant hourly rate in our Client Care Letter.

TIMINGS

The duration of legal processes can vary significantly from start to finish. Precise timelines will be provided following your initial consultation, based on the specifics of your case.

SETTLEMENT PERIOD

Your case may be resolved within approximately six weeks if a settlement is reached during the pre-claim conciliation period. However, should your claim advance to a final hearing, it could take anywhere from 6 to 12 months or potentially even longer. These timeframes are estimates as the duration of Tribunal cases can differ based on the Tribunal and the time of year.

HEARING SCHEDULE

The final hearing date is typically set during the preliminary hearing. Consequently, estimating the time required for your case to be heard until after the preliminary hearing is challenging. It is also common for Tribunals to delay their decision, sometimes issuing it several months post-hearing.

KEY STAGES IN CLAIM

A typical unfair or wrongful dismissal case in the Employment Tribunal may involve the following stages:

  1. Initial Consultation and Case Review: Gathering your instructions, examining documents, and advising on the strength of your case and potential compensation liabilities, with reassessments as new evidence arises.
  2. Pre-Claim Conciliation: Engaging in conciliation efforts to seek a settlement.
  3. Claim Response Preparation: Drafting and finalising your formal response to the claim.
  4. Preliminary Hearing Preparation: Preparing for the preliminary hearing, where the Tribunal schedules the litigation timeline.
  5. Claimant’s Loss Schedule: Reviewing the claimant's loss schedule.
  6. Document Exchange and Agreement: Compiling and exchanging relevant documents with the claimant, and agreeing on a document bundle for the Tribunal.
  7. Witness Statements: Collecting witness evidence, drafting, and agreeing on witness statements.
  8. Final Hearing Preparation: Preparing the document bundle, reviewing claimant witness statements, agreeing on a list of issues and a chronology, and preparing for the final hearing with a barrister.

 

COST IMPLICATIONS

Several factors can influence the complexity and cost of your defence, including:

  • The need to amend pleadings or request further information.

  • Defending against claims from unrepresented and unreasonable claimants.

  • Preliminary issues requiring separate hearings.

  • The volume of witnesses and documents.

  • The frequency and duration of communications with you.

  • The number of issues and events for the Tribunal to consider.

  • Allegations of discrimination, whistleblowing, or related claims.

  • Hearing postponements by the Tribunal.

  • The extent of settlement negotiations.

  • Applications for costs.

These stages and factors are indicative, and some stages may not be necessary, potentially reducing the fee. You may choose to handle certain aspects of the claim independently, seeking our advice on specific stages, or appointing us to handle critical preparations and appoint a barrister for trial readiness.

EXCEPTIONAL CIRCUMSTANCES

This website provides examples of the average costs and fees involved with these types of legal matters. But each client has their own set of circumstances and so there will be occasions when exceptional circumstances add to the complexity and time taken to reach a conclusion. We will always keep you fully informed of any change in costs and circumstances and explain why, too. In these situations, our fees may exceed those quoted above, but we will notify you in advance if we need to exceed an original estimate.

DISBURSEMENTS

Law firms often talk about “Disbursements” and these are costs related to your matter that are payable to third parties, such as Court fees and a barrister’s fee. There may also be additional expenses which are charges we will make in addition to our fees, such as an Electronic ID fee. We will always be upfront with you asto how much these charges are and what they relate to. If you instruct us, we set out any additional expenses in our Client Care Letter.

THE EXAMPLES WE PROVIDE ARE INTENDED AS A GUIDE ONLY – FOR A DETAILED ESTIMATE, SPECIFIC TO YOUR EXACT REQUIREMENTS, PLEASE CONTACT US SO THAT YOU CAN MAKE THE INFORMED, CORRECT DECISION THAT YOU NEED, WANT AND DESERVE.

Prices shown + VAT at 20%

Employment Tribunal advice and representation Bringing a case Defending a case
Simple Case: Typically a straightforward wrongful dismissal claim relating to a failure to pay notice pay From £4000 From £4500
VAT £800 £900
Total From £4800 From £5400
Medium complexity case: Typically an unfair dismissal claim on the grounds of conduct or performance and is listed for a Hearing of 1 day duration £6,500 From £7,500
VAT £1,300 £1,500
Total From £7800 From £9000
High complexity case: Typically an unfair dismissal claim with additional complex elements (e.g. discrimination/whistleblowing) and listed for a multi-day Tribunal Hearing. From £10,500 From £12,500
VAT £2,100 £2,500
Total From £12600 From £15000
Item Cost
Settlement Agreement £500.00
General advice & assistance £hourly rate
Reading documents and advising on merits £hourly rate
Drafting contracts £hourly rate
Representation at hearing From £1500 a day plus a council fee if council is used

Probate Fees

Probate is often required at an emotional and challenging time, and our clients rely on the openness and transparency that we bring to the process. We work closely with our clients to ensure every essential aspect is addressed, delving into more detail when it’s beneficial. This approach is especially important in the context of Probate.

In England and Wales, Probate typically refers to the legal and financial responsibilities associated with managing the assets - property, finances, and possessions - of someone who has passed away. 

At GloverPriest, we offer a range of probate services to suit your needs. From a comprehensive estate administration service - where we take care of everything for you - to a grant-only service that allows you to manage the estate yourself after we have obtained the necessary legal documentation. This gives you a clear understanding of potential fees, ensuring you receive the right level of support to match your individual circumstances. 

If there are any additional costs, including disbursements (such as payments made to third parties on your behalf), you’ll find examples outlined below.

Our charges may be based upon hourly rates which are reviewed annually. Our current hourly rates range between £175 plus VAT of £35 (gross £210) and £330 plus VAT of £66 (gross £396), depending upon the level of experience. If you instruct us, we will set out the relevant hourly rate in our Client Care Letter.

Probate Supervisor: Nicholas Bennette 

(Gavin Glover if Nicholas Bennette is working the file)

 

PROBATE PRICING OPTIONS

The cost of our probate services vary depending on the specific details of the estate. We understand that no two cases are the same, so we’ve structured our services to give you the support that fits your situation.

Fixed Fees:

Estate Administration

From applying for the grant of probate to sorting out tax matters and distributing the estate to the beneficiaries, we manage the entire process for you. Our fees are usually paid from the estate, so you may not have to worry about covering the costs yourself.

Grant Only

We’ll help you obtain the necessary grant of probate or representation and, from there, you can take over the rest. You will be required to pay our fees and disbursements upon application for the grant.

If you prefer hourly billing, we’ll give you an estimate based on the complexity of the estate, with a minimum and maximum cost.

Fees will vary depending on the individual details. Get in touch with us for a personalised quote, and we’ll be happy to walk you through everything. To give you an accurate estimate, please be aware that we’ll need to know the details of the estate, including the value of assets and any debts or liabilities.

THE EXAMPLES WE PROVIDE ARE INTENDED AS A GUIDE ONLY – FOR A DETAILED ESTIMATE, SPECIFIC TO YOUR EXACT REQUIREMENTS, PLEASE CONTACT US SO THAT YOU CAN MAKE THE INFORMED, CORRECT DECISION THAT YOU NEED, WANT AND DESERVE.

Prices shown + VAT at 20%

EXCLUSIONS

Our fees cover all the core services needed to handle the probate process, but there are some matters that may fall outside the scope of our standard service. Where additional costs are likely, we will notify you at the earliest opportunity and provide a clear estimate for these extra services.

Our probate fees do not include:

  • Advising on foreign assets, although we can work with advisors in other jurisdictions to assist in managing overseas properties or investments.
  • Handling claims made against the estate or dealing with contentious matters - these would be handled separately as part of a different service.

 

Additional services that would incur separate charges include:

  • Sale or transfer of property from the estate.
  • Administering trusts created under the Will or through intestacy.
  • Completing a deed of variation.
  • Managing additional or outstanding income tax returns.

 

TIMINGS

The probate process can vary significantly depending on the complexity of the estate and the speed of response from various third parties. While we aim to complete the process as efficiently as possible, some aspects are dependent on external factors. 

Key stages involved in probate and the expected timeframes for each step:

  • Identifying assets and liabilities - 6 to 12 weeks.
  • Inheritance Tax (IHT) submission - 4 to 12 weeks.
  • Applying for the Grant of Probate - Up to 5 weeks.
  • Collecting the estate's assets and settling liabilities - Several weeks to months.
  • Finalising the estate - Can extend up to 10 months after the Grant of Probate is issued.

In most cases, even simple estates can take several months to administer fully. We will keep you updated throughout the process and ensure that any delays are communicated to you promptly.

EXCEPTIONAL CIRCUMSTANCES

This page provides examples of the average costs and fees involved with these types of legal matters. Each client has their own set of circumstances, however, so there will be occasions when exceptional circumstances add to the complexity and time taken to reach a conclusion. We will always keep you fully informed of any change in costs and circumstances and explain why, too. In these situations, our fees may exceed those quoted above, but we will notify you in advance if we need to exceed an original estimate.

DISBURSEMENTS

“Disbursements” are costs related to your matter that are payable to third parties, such as Court fees and a barrister’s fee. These may include:

  • Probate Registry Fee: This is the fee paid to the government for issuing the Grant of Probate.
  • Property Valuation Fees: If property forms part of the estate, a professional valuation may be required.
  • Inheritance Tax Payments: If the estate is subject to inheritance tax, this will need to be calculated and paid to HMRC.

There may also be additional expenses which are charges we will make in addition to our fees, such as an Electronic ID fee. We will always be upfront with you as to how much these charges are and what they relate to. If you instruct us, we set out any additional expenses in our Client Care Letter.
 

The examples we provide are intended as a guide only – for a detailed estimate, specific to your exact requirements, please contact us so that you can make the informed, correct decision that you need, want and deserve.

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