We offer various levels of service; which one you choose will depend on how much work you want us to do and how much you feel you can do on your own. The fees for our work will depend on the level of service you choose and range from fixed fee to a percentage of the value of the estate
We will not charge any fees until we have talked with you about what level of service you need and want and told you how much our fees are likely to be.
As Executor or Administrator you will not have to pay our fees out of your own money, instead they will be paid by the estate. When the estate has been collected, their money and assets are used to pay:
Any tax due
Any bills owed or loans outstanding
The costs of their funeral
Any other estate administration costs (including our fees)
The first step is to work out who should apply for letters of administration We can give you full advice …
Read more Wills & ProbateYes, the solicitor is allowed to charge reasonable costs for acting as an executor. The usual charges are between 1½ …
Read more Wills & ProbateThe advantages of appointing us as your executor include: Competitive rates which we will be negotiate with the beneficiaries after …
Read more Wills & ProbateThere are several options for protecting your children’s inheritance if you die before your spouse/civil partner/partner. The choice can depend …
Read more Wills & ProbateDepending on the size and complexity of the estate, these could include HM Revenue & Customs, the Department for Work …
Read more Wills & ProbateProbate is the process of proving that a Will is valid and confirming the Executor’s authority to administer the estate …
Read more Wills & ProbateThere are two choices: You can apply yourself to the local Probate Registry, who will send you the forms you …
Read more Wills & ProbateYou need to make a statement saying why you think the Will should be written as you suggest. The Court …
Read moreOur highly skilled team of specialist solicitors have been established in the City of Wakefield for over 100 years.