Wills & Probate Fees
The information below is designed to help you estimate the likely costs involved. We will always provide you with an estimate at the outset based on the information you give us. However, we may need to revise the original estimate if the matter is more complex than first anticipated or if additional factors arise. We will keep you informed about progress, as well as any variation in fees or additional charges that may occur. Please note that all fees attract VAT at the current rate.
Wills & LPAs
TYPE OF FEE
COST
Standard Single Will
£325
(Theydon Bois/ Essex)
(£375)
Mirror Wills (Couples)
£425
(Theydon Bois/ Essex)
(£470)
Codicil (Existing Clients)
£275
Codicil (Couples)
£375
Severance of JT
£350 + £27 LR Fees
Single Property & Financial Affairs/ Health & Welfare LPA including registration
£500 + £92 Reg Fee
(Theydon Bois/ Essex)
(£600 + £92 Reg Fee)
Both Property & Financial Affairs/ Health & Welfare LPA including registration
£750 + £92 Reg Fee
(Theydon Bois/ Essex)
(£900 + £92 Reg Fee)
Pair of LPA’s for a couple including registration
(£750 + Disbursements + £92 reg fee per LPA)
(Theydon Bois/ Essex)
(£900 + Disbursements + £92 reg fee per LPA)
Both a Property & Financial Affairs LPA & Health & Wellness LPA for couples including registration
£1200 + £92 reg fee per LPA
(Theydon Bois/ Essex)
(£1400 + £92 reg fee per LPA)
Registration of an EPA
£600 + Disbursements
(Theydon Bois/ Essex)
(£600 + Disbursements)
We are able to offer home visits where needed. The cost for this will depend on factors such as the distance involved, the number of visits required, and whether we are meeting with an individual or a couple. On average, fees range between £200 and £300. We will always discuss this with you in advance and confirm the fee on a case-by-case basis before any appointment is arranged.
Probate
- Hourly rate: £275
- One-off charge for professional indemnity cover: £75
Included in Our Service
Our fees for probate and estate administration typically cover:
- Identifying executors, beneficiaries, and the type of Grant required
- Preparing the application, inheritance tax forms, and witness statement
- Applying to the Probate Registry and supplying sealed copies
- Collecting and distributing assets (if instructed)
Grant of Probate Only
- Without full inheritance account: £1,650–£1,980 (inclusive of VAT)
- With full inheritance account: £1,950–£2,640 (inclusive of VAT)
- Timescale: typically around 4 months (longer if HMRC clearance is required)
Full Estate Administration
- Where inheritance tax is not payable: £3,300–£3,960 (inclusive of VAT)
- Where inheritance tax is payable: £3,300–£4,950 (inclusive of VAT)
- Timescale: several months, depending on property sales, tax returns, or complex estate requirements
Disbursements (third-party costs)
- Probate Court Fee: £300
- Copies of Grant: £1.50 each
- Land Registry entries: £3 each
- Bankruptcy search: £6 per name (overseas £100–£300)
- Certificate searches: £11 each
- Creditor notices: £250–£300
Potential Additional Costs
Extra charges may apply if:
- There is no Will
- Numerous or overseas assets are involved
- Beneficiaries are missing, abroad, or in dispute
- Business or commercial property is included
- Property sales or income tax work is required
- HMRC treats the estate as “complex”
