We can assist you with your Wills and Probate matters including drafting wills and applications for Probate and contentious disputes.

The fixed fee will depend on an assessment by us of the likely amount of time we will spend on the transaction at hourly rates that range from £250 per hour to £320 per hour (dependent on the seniority of the person dealing with the matter).

In addition to our fee, disbursements may be payable. These are costs that are payable to third parties e.g., Probate application fee.

As part of our fixed fee, we will:

• Arrange a meeting for you to see an experienced probate solicitor who will advise you on the procedure, time usually taken to complete the matter and take full instructions. This meeting can take place at your home if you wish;
• Make a list of all of the deceased’s assets and debts and write to the banks etc. for a statement of the balance held in the various accounts in order to complete the legal documents required;
• Write to the beneficiaries of the estate;
• Complete the Probate Application and the Inheritance Tax return form;
• Make an application to the Probate Registry;
• Attend to the statutory advertisement for creditors;
• Obtain the Probate and then proceed to collect in all assets and pay debts;
• Prepare an Estate Account and finally make the distribution to the various beneficiaries.