Wills, Trust and Probate Legal fees

Every situation is different. That's why we take the time to understand your circumstances and provide tailored solutions that reflect your individual needs and future goals.

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Our Legal Costs and Fees

Every client's circumstances are different and the final cost will depend on factors such as family circumstances, the complexity of assets, tax considerations and the scope of work required.

Please note, the fees below are provided as a guide only.

Legal Costs & Fees
Service Single Joint Combined
Will £250 £350  
LPA Property £400 £700  
LPA Health & Welfare £400 £700  
LPA Both £750 £1,200  
GOP Only     £800
GOP Plus Full Administration
(Minimum £2,000 plus value element and time spent. 0.5% of property value and 1% of other assets.)
    From £2,000
Trust (Asset Protection)     From £2,500 plus complexity fee
Severance of Tenancy     £400
Transfer of Property with a Life Tenancy     £700
COP     From £2,000 plus time spent for complex matters
Disbursements and Other Potential Fees
Disbursement  
Probate Fee (No VAT) £300
Probate Copies £1.50 each
Bankruptcy / Land Charges Search £7 each
Section 27 Notice (Press Advertisement) £350 - £400
Power of Attorney Registration Fee £92 per form
Trust Land Registry Fee POA
Transfer HMLR Fee POA
COP Court Fees Up to £1,204
All fees are subject to VAT where applicable.

Disbursements

In addition to our legal fees, certain matters may involve third-party costs ("disbursements"), including but not limited to:

> Probate Registry fees

> Court application fees

> Office of the Public Guardian registration fees

> Land Registry fees

> Medical or professional reports

> Statutory notices

Any anticipated disbursements will be discussed with you in advance.

Important: All prices shown are indicative only and do not constitute a quotation. We will provide a tailored estimate once we have assessed your individual circumstances.

Book an appointment with our team today

If you would like to discuss a Will, Lasting Power of Attorney, Probate matter, Asset Planning or Court of Protection enquiry, our team will be pleased to help.

Lisa Caine

Head of Wills, Trust and Probate

T: 0333 323 1091

E: wtp@sortlegal.co.uk

Hayley Brown

Private Client Paralegal

T: 0333 323 1091

E: wtp@sortlegal.co.uk