Making a will
Most wills are straightforward, and we price them that way. We’ll ask about your family, your property and anything you want handled in a particular way, then draft something that reflects it in plain terms.
| Service | Fixed fee (excl. VAT) |
|---|---|
| Single will | £240 |
| Mirror wills (couples) | £380 |
| Will with a trust | From £650 |
| Lasting power of attorney (each) | £350 |
| Both LPAs together | £550 |
| Storage of your will | Free |
A will that no longer matches your circumstances can cause more trouble than none at all. We’ll write to you every five years to check nothing needs changing — and minor amendments are free for existing clients.
Lasting powers of attorney
An LPA lets someone you trust make decisions if you can’t. There are two: one for property and finances, one for health and welfare. They can only be set up while you still have capacity, which is why leaving it is the most common mistake we see.
Probate and estate administration
When someone dies, the estate has to be valued, any inheritance tax paid, the grant obtained and the estate distributed. It’s a lot of admin at the worst possible time, and families often want to hand over some or all of it.
Two ways to do it
- Grant only — you gather the information, we obtain the grant. £950 + VAT.
- Full administration — we handle everything from valuations to final distribution. Typically 1.5–2.5% of the estate, agreed in writing at the outset.
- Month 1
Valuing the estate, notifying institutions, checking for a will.
- Months 2–3
Inheritance tax return where needed, then applying for the grant.
- Months 4–6
Grant received. Assets collected, debts and any tax settled.
- Months 6–12
Estate accounts prepared and the estate distributed to beneficiaries.
For a modest estate with a clear will and no property to sell, many families manage the process themselves through the Probate Registry. We’ll tell you on the first call if we think that’s your situation.
Priya Raval
Associate · Probate