Acting on a Grant Only Basis

What does the service include?

• Initial meeting with you
• You providing us with the valuation of all assets and liabilities in the deceased estate,
• Preparation of the necessary Grant paperwork
• Applying to the Court to obtain the Grant.

How much does this service cost?

We set our own legal costs at a fixed fee.

Legal costs: This largely depends on the size and value of the estate and could between £1,200 and £3,000 (inclusive of VAT)

Disbursements are payable in addition to this.

Disbursements are costs related to your matter that are payable to third parties, such as court fees. We handle the payment of disbursements on your behalf to ensure a smoother process.

Disbursements:

• Probate Court fee: £273 (no VAT)
• Sealed copy fee: £1.50 each (no VAT)
• UK Bankruptcy Search: £2.00 (per deceased/Executor/Administrator) (no VAT)
• Swear fee: £5.00 / £7.00 per person, if applicable (no VAT)

Services not included in costs quoted above

Please note that any conveyancing fees in relation to property that falls within the estate is dealt with separately. The fees are dependent upon whether the Property is registered or unregistered, freehold or leasehold property. Please refer to our costs in conveyancing matters here.