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Within our team we have extensive experience of delivering a high quality service in all matters relating to Wills, Estate Planning and Estate administration. The team has particular expertise in high value estates and in inheritance tax matters. One member of our team will conduct most of the work on your matter, but we will involve other members where appropriate and in order that work is carried out at the right level.
We can help you through this difficult process by obtaining the Grant of Probate on your behalf. We will also undertake the collecting and distributing of assets.
If you are the executor or administrator of an estate you might want to consider legal representation but are wondering about the fees and costs. Here we give you an overview of the services included and their respective costs. If you have any further questions contact us.
How much does this service cost?
You will appreciate that it is very difficult to estimate a likely fee before we know anything about the nature and complexity of a particular estate. Based on your individual circumstances we'll advise you on the best option for you. Call us today for one of our specialist solicitors to provide you with an estimate.
Obtaining a grant of representation in England and Wales
Obtaining a grant of representation in England and Wales | Our Price | VAT (20%) |
Obtaining a Grant (IHT205) | £950 - £3000 | £190 - £600 |
Obtaining a Grant (IHT400) | £2500 - £6000 | £500 - £1,200 |
VAT is a government tax that we are required to charge, and will usually be added at 20% to our fees and disbursements, except where we indicate the disbursements are outside the scope of VAT.
Administration of estate
Our fees for the administration of an estate range between 1% to 4% of the gross value of the estate depending on the complexity of your case and your location. You would be informed of any increase to our estimated fees prior to us carrying out any further work.
1-4% of Gross Estate (minimum fee £2500)
plus hourly rate of £160 - £325 (+20% VAT of £32 - £65)
It is difficult to give an accurate estimate of costs as this does depend on the complexity of the estate which in turn varies depending on the size of the estate, the type of assets held, the number and type of beneficiary etc. The costs can range anywhere between £2,500 - £15,000 (+20% VAT of £500 - £3,000) for a complex case. It can take 3 – 6 months to receive a grant of probate for a standard matter and then a further 6 – 12 months to conclude matters. More complex cases can take between 18 – 24 months to conclude. We will give a full estimate of costs and likely timescales at the start of the matter.
Disbursements are costs related to your matter that are payable to third parties, such as court fees. We handle the payment of the disbursements on your behalf to ensure a smoother process.
Disbursements:
Each case is individual and can differ in the time it takes to settle. This also depends on the timescales for applications of HMRC and the Probate Registry which are out of our control.
How much does this service cost?
Our hourly rates range from £160 to £325 (+20% VAT of £32 - £65) depending on the complexity of your case, the experience of the lawyer and your location.
The exact cost will depend on the individual circumstances of the matter.
Please contact us for a quote tailored to your circumstances.
Disbursements are costs related to your matter that are payable to third parties, such as court fees. We handle the payment of the disbursements on your behalf to ensure a smoother process.
Disbursements included in this fee:
Each case is individual and can differ in the time it takes to settle. This also depends on the timescales for applications of HMRC and the Probate Registry which are out of our control.
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