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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.
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.
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.
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:
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
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.
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.
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%
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.
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.
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.
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%
| 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 |
| 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 Court Fee £71.00 (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 |
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Service of Section 21 Notice | £250.00 plus VAT £50.00 plus VAT per additional Tenant |
| Service of Section 8 Notice | £300.00 plus VAT £50.00 plus VAT per additional Tenant |
| Review Section 21/8 Notice served by another Agent | £75.00 plus VAT |
| Issuing Possession Proceedings | £550.00 plus VAT Office Copy Entries - £3.00 Court Fee - £355.00 |
| 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 |
£250.00 plus VAT (County Court Bailiffs) Court Fee: £130.00 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 |
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.
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
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, Probate is the word that is normally used to describe the legal and financial processes involved in dealing with the assets (property, money and possessions) of a person who has died. Like most legal areas, Probate comes at a testing and sad time; a time when our much-appreciated openness and transparency really is needed. That’s why our fees are based on both a fixed and variable rate basis, and why you’ll get our expertise every step along 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.
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.
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.
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 | £400.00 | £600.00 | £700.00 |
| VAT@ 20% | £80.00 | £120.00 | £140.00 |
| Total | £480.00 | £720.00 | £840.00 |
| Right of Occupancy and Life Interest Trusts | £800.00 | £1000.00 | N/A |
| VAT@ 20% | £160.00 | £200.00 | |
| Total | £960.00 | £1200.00 | |
| Other Complex Trusts | £1000.00 | £1200.00 | £1400.00 |
| VAT@ 20% | £200.00 | £240.00 | £280.00 |
| Total | £1200.00 | £1440.00 | £1680.00 |
| Codicils | £400.00 | £600.00 | £700.00 |
| VAT@ 20% | £80.00 | £120.00 | £140.00 |
| Total | £480.00 | £720.00 | £840.00 |
| GRANTS OF REPRESENTATION (Grant of Probate/Letters of Administration) | |
|---|---|
| Excepted Estate | £2,000.00 |
| VAT@ 20% | £400.00 |
| Total | £2400.00 |
| Medium Complexity | £5000.00 |
| VAT@ 20% | £1000.00 |
| Total | £6000.00 |
| High Complexity | £7500.00 |
| VAT@ 20% | £1500.00 |
| Total | £9000.00 |
| ESTATE ADMINISRATION | 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 | £1064.00 |
| Both types of LPA | £750.00 | £1300.00 |
| VAT@ 20% | £150.00 | £260.00 |
| Registration fee | *£164.00 | *£328.00 |
| Total | £1064.00 | £1888.00 |
| COURT OF PROTECTION | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| Financial Affairs | £3000.00 | £4000.00 |
| VAT@ 20% | £600.00 | £800.00 |
| Court fee | *£408.00 | *£408.00 |
| Total | £4008.00 | £5208.00 |
| Personal Welfare | £5000.00 | £6000.00 |
| VAT@ 20% | £1000.00 | £1200.00 |
| Court fee | *£408.00 | *£408.00 |
| Total | £6408.00 | £7608.00 |
| 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 |
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.
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.
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.
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.
A typical unfair or wrongful dismissal case in the Employment Tribunal may involve the following stages:
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.
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.
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 |
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.