Legal fee: 950-15,000+20% VAT depending on the complexity of case
We also offer 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.
Please note 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.
Obtaining a grant of representation in England and Wales
| Obtaining a Grant (IHT 205) | £950- £3000 plus VAT |
| Obtaining a Grant (IHT 400) | £2500-£6000 PLUS VAT |
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.
Our Services
- Provide you with a dedicated and experienced probate solicitor to work on your matter;
- Identify the legally appointed executors or administrators and beneficiaries;
- Accurately identify the type of Probate application you will require;
- Obtain the relevant documents required to make the application;
- Complete the Probate Application and the relevant HMRC forms;
- Draft a statement of truth;
- Make the application to the Probate Court on your behalf;
- Obtain the Probate and securely send two copies to you;
- Collect and distribute all assets in the estate.
