Probate Fees & Transparency
We aim to provide clear, transparent pricing so you understand costs from the outset.
All fees below include VAT. We will always explain costs clearly in advance. You are under no obligation to proceed after an initial discussion.
Probate & Estate Administration — Fees
As a firm regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), we are required to publish transparent pricing information for probate services. The fees below are indicative. Your exact quote will be confirmed in writing before any work begins.
Probate & Estate Administration
| Service | Typical Fee (inc VAT) |
|---|---|
| Applying for Probate only (no estate administration) | £900 – £1,500 |
| Full estate administration (up to £325,000) | From £3,000 |
| Full estate administration (£325,001 – £650,000) | From £4,200 |
| Full estate administration (over £650,000) | From £6,000 |
| Intestacy (no will) estate administration | From £3,600 |
Disbursements (Additional Costs)
Disbursements are costs payable to third parties on your behalf and are in addition to our legal fees. We will always explain these before they are incurred.
| Disbursement | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| Probate Registry fee | £300 (estates over £5,000) — set by HMRC |
| Additional sealed copies of the Grant | £1.50 per copy |
| Bankruptcy search | £2 per beneficiary |
| Land Registry search | £3–£6 per title |
| Statutory notices (London Gazette / local press) | Typically £150–£300 |
Who Will Handle Your Matter?
Your matter will be handled by a qualified solicitor experienced in probate and estate administration. You will be informed of the fee earner assigned to your case at the outset.
How Long Will It Take?
Applying for probate only typically takes 3–6 months. Full estate administration typically takes 6–18 months. We will give you a realistic estimate at the outset.
No Obligation
We will always discuss costs with you in advance. You are under no obligation to proceed after an initial discussion.
Tailored Estimates
For full estate administration, we will provide a tailored written estimate once we understand the estate. Fees are confirmed in writing before any work begins.
Our Probate Team
Speak to a Member of Our Team
Nikolina Vukovic
Legal Executive — Wills, Trusts & Estates
Nikolina specialises in probate, wills, trusts and estate administration. She supports clients through what is often one of the most difficult periods of their lives — from straightforward administrations to complex estates involving property, inheritance tax and sensitive family circumstances.
Darren Steele
Senior Private Client Executive · STEP Member
Darren has worked in the legal sector since 1998 and has been a STEP member since 2011. He specialises in wills, trusts, lasting powers of attorney and probate — with particular expertise in inheritance tax planning and complex estate structuring.
Laura Kirton
Wills & Probate Solicitor · 10 Years Qualified
Laura is a qualified solicitor with ten years' post-qualification experience, specialising in wills, probate, and lasting powers of attorney. Known for her calm, methodical approach, she brings both legal expertise and genuine insight to every matter — particularly in emotionally complex family situations.
David Stahler
Wills, Trusts & Estates Executive
David is our first point of contact for clients enquiring about probate and estate planning. He brings a warm, personable approach to what can be a sensitive subject — and clients consistently remark on how at ease he makes them feel. Discreet, approachable, and thorough.
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