Our fees.
This page sets out our fees. Where we can offer a fixed fee, we do. Where work is charged by time, we give you an estimate at the outset and keep you informed of the costs as the matter progresses.
Conveyancing fees.
Our conveyancing fees are fixed and depend on the value and nature of the property. All fees below are exclusive of VAT at 20%, unless stated otherwise. Disbursements are charged in addition.
Freehold residential
Purchase
| Purchase Price | Our Fee (exc. VAT) |
|---|---|
| Up to £300,000 | £1,200 |
| £300,001 - £500,000 | £1,450 |
| £500,001 - £700,000 | £1,650 |
| Over £700,000 | 0.30% of purchase price |
Sale
| Sale Price | Our Fee (exc. VAT) |
|---|---|
| Up to £300,000 | £1,200 |
| £300,001 - £500,000 | £1,450 |
| £500,001 - £700,000 | £1,650 |
| Over £700,000 | 0.25% of sale price |
Leasehold residential
Purchase
| Purchase Price | Our Fee (exc. VAT) |
|---|---|
| Up to £300,000 | £1,450 |
| £300,001 - £500,000 | £1,750 |
| £500,001 - £700,000 | £2,000 |
| Over £700,000 | 0.35% of purchase price |
Sale
| Sale Price | Our Fee (exc. VAT) |
|---|---|
| Up to £300,000 | £1,450 |
| £300,001 - £500,000 | £1,750 |
| £500,001 - £700,000 | £2,000 |
| Over £700,000 | 0.30% of sale price |
Typical Disbursements (Purchase)
| Disbursement | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| Search fees (local authority, water, drainage) | Approx. £500 |
| Land Registry registration fee | Variable (based on price) |
| Electronic bank transfer fee (per transfer) | £50 + VAT |
| Case management fee | £35 + VAT |
| SDLT (Stamp Duty Land Tax) | Payable to HMRC |
| Land Registry office copies | £7 per title |
Disbursements are third-party costs that we collect on your behalf. All amounts above are indicative. Actual disbursements will be confirmed in your client care letter. VAT at 20% applies to our fees and to some disbursements.
Calculate your Stamp Duty (HMRC)How long it takes
A straightforward purchase or sale usually takes 8 to 12 weeks from instruction to completion. It can take longer, depending on the chain, the lender and the searches.
What is not included
Our fees assume a standard transaction with no unforeseen problems, for example a defect in the title that must be put right before completion, and, for a leasehold property, the assignment of an existing lease rather than the grant of a new one. We quote separately for new-build properties, shared ownership, Help to Buy and other government schemes, unregistered land, gifted deposits, buying through a company and lease extensions.
Lease extension fees.
A typical fee, confirmed once we have checked the details of your matter. It is exclusive of VAT at 20%. Disbursements are charged in addition.
| Service | Our Fee (exc. VAT) |
|---|---|
| Lease extension, by the statutory or the informal route | £2,000 |
This assumes no application to the First-tier Tribunal is needed; if one is, that work is charged at our hourly rates. On the statutory route you will also pay the landlord’s reasonable legal and valuation costs. You will need a valuation from an independent surveyor.
Possession fees.
A typical fee for an undefended claim, confirmed once we have checked the details of your matter. It is exclusive of VAT at 20%.
Who does the work
| Service | Our Fee (exc. VAT) |
|---|---|
| Undefended possession claim, from preparing and serving the section 8 notice to the possession order | £1,200 |
Disbursements, such as the court fee, are charged in addition. If the tenant defends the claim, we charge our hourly rates.
Commercial lease fees.
Our fees for the grant and the assignment of a commercial lease. They are exclusive of VAT at 20%. Disbursements are charged in addition.
| Service | Our Fee (exc. VAT) |
|---|---|
| Grant of a new lease | £2,500 |
| Assignment of an existing lease | £2,000 |
For lease renewals under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 and dilapidations, we give you a written quote.
Litigation fees.
Contested litigation is charged on an hourly rate basis. For undisputed B2B debt recovery, we offer fixed fees as set out below.
Who does the work
Hourly Rates
| Grade | Experience | Rate (exc. VAT) |
|---|---|---|
| A | 8+ years' experience | £350/hr |
| B | 4-7 years' experience | £300/hr |
| C | Other solicitors | £250/hr |
| D | Trainees & paralegals | £200/hr |
Fixed fees: undisputed business debt recovery
| Claim Value | Our Fee (inc. VAT) | Court Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Up to £5,000 | £1,200 inc. VAT | £35 - £205 |
| £5,001 - £10,000 | £3,000 inc. VAT | £455 |
| £10,001 - £200,000 | £6,000 inc. VAT | 5% of the claim |
| Over £200,000 | £9,000 inc. VAT | £10,000 |
Fixed fees apply to straightforward, undisputed claims where the defendant does not contest liability. Court fees are payable to HM Courts and Tribunals Service and are in addition to our fees. VAT applies at 20% where stated.
An uncontested claim usually takes 2 to 3 months from instruction to judgment.
Visas & citizenship fees.
Visa and citizenship matters are typically billed on an hourly rate basis. We will provide an estimate of the likely total cost at the outset of your matter.
Who does the work
| Grade | Rate (inc. VAT) |
|---|---|
| Partner/Consultant | £250/hr |
| Paralegal | £150/hr |
Indicative cost of a leave to remain application: £500 - £750 including VAT (approximately 2-3 hours of partner/consultant time). Home Office application fees are payable directly to the Home Office and are not included in our fees.
Wills & probate fees.
Fixed fees for wills and lasting powers of attorney, and a percentage of the estate for probate, with a minimum fee. We confirm the fee in writing before we begin.
Who does the work
| Service | Our Fee |
|---|---|
| Standard will (one person) | £450 + VAT |
| Lasting power of attorney | £550 + VAT per LPA |
| Probate and estate administration | 0.5% of the gross estate value plus VAT, minimum £3,000 plus VAT |
Wills. The fee is for one person’s will. If you need more than a standard will, we will confirm the fee in writing before we start.
Lasting powers of attorney. The fee is for each LPA. The Office of the Public Guardian’s registration fee of £92 per LPA (no VAT) is charged in addition.
How long probate takes. A straightforward estate usually takes 6 to 9 months from instruction to final distribution. The time HM Courts & Tribunals Service takes to issue the grant is outside our control.
Not included in the probate fee. Selling a property in the estate (quoted separately), disputes between beneficiaries or with third parties, and assets abroad.
About our fees.
All fees on this page are indicative. The exact cost of your matter will be confirmed in a client care letter before we begin work. Our fees may vary from these indicative amounts where circumstances are complex or require additional work.
We do not operate conditional fee agreements (CFA / “no win no fee”) or damages based agreements (DBA).
VAT is charged at the standard rate of 20% unless stated otherwise. Our VAT registration number is 885390090.
If at any point the costs of your matter are likely to exceed our original estimate significantly, we will inform you promptly and seek your agreement before proceeding.