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Private Client Services

Our Private Client team provides clear, practical advice on Wills, Probate, Lasting Powers of Attorney, and Court of Protection matters.

We understand that these are often sensitive and important matters. No two situations are the same, and each matter is handled individually. We aim to provide clear guidance and transparent pricing from the outset, tailored to your individual circumstances.

Your matter may be handled by experienced members of our Private Client team, including Ian Naylor, Robert Fearnley, Emma Kirkwood, Chelsie Cook, Danielle Roberts, Janet Howson, and Tessa Naylor. Further details of their experience can be found in the Our Team section of the website.


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Wills

We offer fixed-fee pricing wherever possible, depending on the complexity of your requirements.
Typical fees are as follows:

  • Simple Will (single person): from £300 plus VAT
  • Will including a life interest trust: £600 plus VAT
  • Will including a discretionary trust: £800 plus VAT

More complex Wills or those requiring additional advice may be priced individually depending on the level of work involved.

Each Will is tailored to your personal circumstances, and we will always provide a personalised cost estimate before any work begins.

Wills can usually be completed within a few weeks, depending on the complexity of your instructions.

Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs)

We provide clear, fixed pricing for the preparation of Lasting Powers of Attorney.
Our fees are as follows:

  • Single person (1 LPA): £400 plus VAT
  • Single person (2 LPAs): £600 plus VAT
  • Couple (1 LPA each): £600 plus VAT
  • Couple (2 LPAs each): £800 plus VAT

Where a Deed of Revocation is required, this will be charged at £100 plus VAT if carried out as part of an ongoing matter, or at our hourly rate if undertaken as a standalone piece of work.

Please note that registration fees payable to the Office of the Public Guardian are not included in our fees.

We will guide you through the process and ensure everything is clearly explained.

Court of Protection

Court of Protection matters can vary significantly depending on the circumstances involved.

Our fees for Court of Protection applications typically start from £1,204 plus VAT. Additional work may be charged at hourly rates depending on the complexity of the matter.

In addition to our fees, the following disbursements may apply:

  • Court application fee: £421 per application
  • Annual supervision fee: £320
  • Deputy assessment fee: £100 per deputy
  • Medical report (COP3): approximately £500

We will always discuss the likely costs with you at the outset and keep you informed throughout.

Probate

Each estate is different, and the cost of probate work depends on the nature and complexity of the estate.

For obtaining a Grant of Probate only, our fees start from £750 plus VAT. In addition, there is a court fee of £300 plus £1.50 for each additional copy of the Grant.

Where an Inheritance Tax return (IHT400) is required, our fees for this work start from £1,000 plus VAT, in addition to other probate costs.
For full estate administration, fees are typically charged at our hourly rates plus VAT, although in some cases a fixed fee may be agreed depending on the size and complexity of the estate.

Factors which may affect the cost include:

  • The size and complexity of the estate
  • The number and type of assets
  • The number of beneficiaries
  • Whether inheritance tax is payable

Timescales will vary depending on the estate. Obtaining a Grant of Probate typically takes between 8 and 12 weeks, while full administration can take several months to over a year.

We will always provide a clear estimate at the outset based on your individual circumstances.

Our Approach

We recognise that these matters require careful and sensitive handling. Our aim is to provide:

  • Clear and practical legal advice
  • A personal service tailored to your circumstances
  • Transparent and fair pricing
  • Ongoing support throughout your matter

Transparency and Costs

We are committed to clear and transparent pricing.

At the outset of your matter, we will provide a cost estimate and explain what is included in our fees. If your matter becomes more complex or additional work is required, we will inform you promptly and discuss any implications before further costs are incurred.

No additional charges will be made without your agreement.

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If you would like further information or a tailored quote based on your circumstances, please contact a member of our Private Client team.

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