Pricing Information

We provide clear, structured pricing for residential conveyancing, together with a tailored quotation based on your specific transaction.

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Pricing overview

Our fees for a standard residential conveyancing transaction are typically within the following ranges:

• Freehold sale: £1,195 to £1,825 plus VAT
• Freehold purchase: £1,395 to £1,895 plus VAT
• Remortgage: £895 to £1,295 plus VAT
• Leasehold transactions: typically higher, depending on complexity

VAT is charged at 20%.

These ranges reflect a standard transaction, for example:

• no unusual title issues
• no disputes or delays
• no complex legal or structural issues.

A tailored quote will be provided once we understand your specific circumstances.

Disbursements

You should expect to pay disbursements in addition to our fees, which may include:

• HM Land Registry fees
• Search fees
• Stamp Duty Land Tax (if applicable)
• Bank transfer fees

These will be itemised in your quote.

What is included

Our standard fee typically includes:

• Taking instructions and opening the file
• Reviewing title and contract documentation
• Carrying out searches (purchase only)
• Raising and responding to enquiries
• Reporting to you and (where applicable) your lender
• Exchanging contracts
• Completing the transaction
• Post-completion registration at HM Land Registry

Assumptions

Any estimate provided is based on a standard transaction and assumes that:

• the information provided is complete and accurate
• the transaction proceeds in a typical manner without unexpected complications
• there are no material defects in title or unusual legal issues
• all parties progress the transaction within a reasonable timeframe

If additional work is required due to changes in circumstances or complexity, we will inform you and agree any revised costs.

Factors that may increase costs

• leasehold properties
• title defects or unregistered land
• management company involvement
• expedited transactions
• additional legal work outside a standard transaction
• the level of communication and updates required is significantly above that expected for a standard transaction

Key stages

• Initial instructions and file opening
• Reviewing title and contract documentation
• Searches and enquiries
• Reporting and lender requirements
• Exchange of contracts
• Completion
• Post-completion registration

Timescales

• Typically 8 to 12 weeks for standard transactions
• Leasehold or complex matters may take longer

Who will carry out the work

Work is carried out by solicitors and qualified legal professionals with appropriate experience, supervised by a partner.

We advise on probate matters including estates with a will and those administered under intestacy.

How much will probate services cost?

We usually charge on an hourly rate basis. Our hourly rates typically range from £143 to £291 plus VAT depending on the seniority of the lawyer.

As a general guide:

Grant-only application

Typically £3,000 to £10,000 plus VAT

Full estate administration

Typically from £5,000 plus VAT

Costs depend on the complexity of the estate and work required.

Assumptions

The pricing information above is based on a typical matter and assumes that:

• you provide complete and accurate information at the outset and as the matter progresses
• you respond to requests for information and instructions in a timely manner
• there are no unexpected complications or material changes in circumstances
• third parties (including HMRC, banks and other institutions) respond within reasonable timescales

If these assumptions do not apply, additional work may be required and this may result in increased costs. We will inform you as soon as this becomes apparent.

Disbursements

These may include:

• Probate court fees
• Trustee Act notices
• Asset and bankruptcy searches
• Property valuation fees
• Insurance premiums
• Genealogy fees
• Death certificates

Disbursements will vary depending on the estate and will be explained at the outset.

What is included

• Identifying and valuing assets and liabilities
• Preparing documentation
• Calculating and arranging payment of inheritance tax
• Applying for the Grant
• Collecting assets
• Preparing estate accounts
• Distributing the estate
• Liaising with executors, beneficiaries, HMRC and other relevant parties

Where applicable, this will include identifying beneficiaries under the rules of intestacy.

What is not included

• Property sales
• Disputed estates

Factors that may increase costs

• complex or multiple assets
• foreign assets
• trusts or tax issues
• difficulty identifying beneficiaries
• disputes
• the level of communication and updates required is significantly above that expected for a standard estate administration

We will inform you if additional work is required.

Timescales

Typically 8 to 12 months, although this will depend on the complexity of the estate and third parties involved.

Who will carry out the work

Work is carried out by solicitors and qualified legal professionals with appropriate experience, supervised by a partner.

We advise on the recovery of undisputed debts.

Our fees

We typically offer staged or fixed fees:

• Pre-action: £500 to £1,500 plus VAT
• Issuing a claim: £800 to £2,500 plus VAT
• Judgment (undefended): £500 to £1,500 plus VAT
• Enforcement: £750 to £3,000 plus VAT

These figures are indicative and may vary depending on the matter.

Assumptions

The pricing information above is based on an undisputed debt recovery process and assumes that:

• the debt is not defended
• you are able to provide the relevant contractual documentation and information promptly
• the debtor engages in a standard manner or does not respond
• no complex legal or factual issues arise

If the matter becomes disputed or more complex, additional work will be required and we will agree revised costs with you.

Disbursements

Disbursements may include:

• Court fees (set by HMCTS and dependent on the value of the claim)
• Enforcement fees
• Counsel’s fees (if required)

What is included

• Reviewing the debt and documentation
• Pre-action correspondence
• Issuing proceedings
• Obtaining judgment where no defence is filed
• Advising on enforcement options

What is not included and when costs may increase

Our fees are based on an undisputed debt recovery process.

Additional costs are likely to arise where:

• the matter becomes defended
• a counterclaim is raised
• complex legal or factual issues arise
• insolvency proceedings are required
• additional enforcement steps are necessary
• the level of communication and updates required is significantly above that expected for a standard debt recovery process

If this occurs, we will agree a revised scope of work and costs with you.

Timescales

• Pre-action: 2 to 4 weeks
• Court proceedings: 6 to 12 weeks (undefended)
• Enforcement: variable

Who will carry out the work

Work is carried out by solicitors and qualified legal professionals with appropriate experience, supervised by a partner.

We advise on employment tribunal claims for employers and employees.

Our fees

We charge on an hourly rate basis. Our hourly rates typically range from £143 to £291 plus VAT depending on the seniority of the lawyer.

Typical overall costs are:

• Simple cases: £8,000 to £15,000 plus VAT
• Medium complexity: £15,000 to £30,000 plus VAT
• High complexity: £30,000 to £60,000 plus VAT

Assumptions

The pricing information above is based on a typical tribunal claim and assumes that:

• you provide instructions and documentation promptly
• the matter proceeds in accordance with standard tribunal directions
• there are no unexpected procedural or legal complexities
• the number of witnesses and volume of documentation remain proportionate

If additional work is required due to changes in scope or complexity, we will inform you and agree any revised costs.

What determines complexity

• number of issues or claims
• number of witnesses
• volume of documentation
• preliminary hearings
• discrimination or whistleblowing elements
• the level of communication and updates required is significantly above that expected for a standard tribunal claim

Disbursements

• Counsel’s fees
• Expert fees (if required)

These will be agreed in advance.

Key stages

A typical employment tribunal matter will include:

1. Initial instructions, review of documentation and early advice
2. Preparing or responding to the claim (ET1 or ET3)
3. Case management, including compliance with tribunal directions
4. Disclosure of documents
5. Preparation of witness statements
6. Preparation of hearing bundle
7. Final hearing and representation

What is not included

• Appeals
• Additional advisory or settlement work outside the tribunal process (unless agreed)

Timescales

Employment tribunal claims typically take between 6 and 18 months depending on complexity and tribunal availability.

Who will carry out the work

Work is carried out by solicitors and qualified legal professionals with appropriate experience, supervised by a partner.

If you would like further information or a tailored estimate, please contact a member of our team.