Wills and probate
If you want information regarding wills and probate, or to find our costs, contact us today.
Our private client services
The importance of making a will cannot be overstated. It allows you to dictate what happens to your estate and what beneficiaries are entitled to.
Probate is the legal right to deal with someone’s property, money and their estate/possessions when they die.
Our private client legal services offer tailor-made wills, taking into consideration the personal circumstances of every client.
We also offer inheritance tax planning services and probate administration services.
We can help ensure that the whole probate process goes as smoothly as possible.
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Probate process
Every estate and every Will is different.
The exact probate process can vary depending on the instructions left in the Will and the assets, creditors, and beneficiaries the estate has.
Probate can also be complicated if there are any disputes between the executor, beneficiaries, creditors, or HMRC.
The whole probate process can take anywhere between six to twelve months.
The exact amount of time will depend on the size and complexity of the estate.
The basic process for an executor is:
1) Gather the full details of the estate’s assets and debts.
2) Apply for Grant of Probate (permission to administer the estate and pass out inheritance).
3) Complete an inheritance tax return and pay any tax due.
4) You receive a Grant of Probate.
5) Repay any of the deceased’s outstanding debts.
6) Distribute the rest of the estate according to the instructions left in the Will.
You can also watch our short video explaining the process.
Prices
Please note: these prices are for standard single, or mirror wills.
If the will is more complex, or requires special provisions (e.g. home visits or trusts), the price will be charged accordingly.
All documents will be assessed based on your instructions.
Wills
Single will: £300 + 20% VAT
Mirror will: £400 + 20% VAT
Probate costs
Grant only: £750 + 20% VAT
Registry fee: £300
Administration of estates
A reasonable estimate will be given during the initial appointment.
As a rough guide, our costs will be approximately 1-2% of the value of the estate plus VAT.
However, this depends on the number of assets to be dealt with.
As a guide, an hourly rate for a solicitor is as follows:
Senior solicitor: £275 + VAT
Assistant solicitor: £250 + VAT
Junior/trainee/solicitor or paralegal: £225 + VAT