£300per hour
8+ years PQE
Solicitors with over 8 years of post-qualification experience.
How we chargefor your matter
Our fees are based on the hourly rates of the fee earning staff working on your case and the time they spend on it. These rates are reviewed annually and depend on the seniority and experience of the fee earners.
We will provide an estimate of our charges and discuss any available options with you, typically confirmed in writing. Specialists may charge higher rates to reflect their expertise, and urgent work might incur an increased rate.
VAT at 20% is added unless otherwise specified.
HOURLY RATES
Excluding VAT at 20%
£250per hour
4+ years PQE
Solicitors with over 4 years of post-qualification experience.
£200per hour
Under 4 years PQE
Solicitors with less than 4 years of post-qualification experience.
£150per hour
Paralegals & trainees
Paralegals and trainee solicitors supporting your matter.
HOW WE BILL
How we keep costsclear from the start
Every case is unique. We explain what is included, what is excluded, and when additional fees may apply — before we proceed.
Payment on account
We require a payment on account, held in your client account until we issue a bill. For ongoing cases, clients are billed monthly with a detailed account of the work done and the corresponding charges.
Fixed fees where we can
In some cases we can offer a fixed fee for straightforward work with predictable timelines. We will specify what is covered and excluded. If circumstances change significantly, any extra fees are discussed and agreed with you first.
Transparency throughout
We aim to give the best possible information on our fees at the beginning of your case, regularly throughout, and at its conclusion. Contact us to discuss your situation and receive detailed cost information.
SRA TRANSPARENCY
Immigrationpricing
Our fees are based on hourly rates and depend on the complexity of your case. The estimates below exclude disbursements including Home Office fees, the Immigration Health Surcharge, counsel fees, appeal-related advice, and any additional work beyond the scope of the application. Fee estimates exclude VAT.
VAT at 20% will be added unless otherwise specified.
Fee estimate price range (excluding VAT)
| Application | Fee estimate |
|---|---|
| Visit visa | £1,200 – £1,500 |
| Spouse visa | £1,500 – £2,000 |
| Student visa | £1,500 – £2,500 |
| Temporary worker visa | £1,200 – £2,000 |
| Skilled worker visa | £2,500 – £3,500 |
| Adult dependant visa | £2,500 – £3,500 |
| Sponsor licence applications, renewals and compliance | £2,000 – £4,000 |
| Naturalisation & registration as a British citizen | £1,500 – £2,000 |
| Pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme | £1,000 – £1,200 |
| Settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme | £1,200 – £1,500 |
| EU Settlement Scheme | £1,200 – £1,500 |
| Further leave to remain in the UK | £1,500 – £2,500 |
| Indefinite leave to remain in the UK | £1,800 – £3,000 |
| Parent route applications | £1,500 – £2,000 |
| Long resident applications | £1,500 – £2,000 |
| Asylum / human rights | £2,000 – £3,000 |
| Administrative review | £1,500 – £2,000 |
| Judicial review | £3,000 – £4,000 |
| Immigration appeals | £3,500 – £6,000 |
| Deportation and removal injunctions | £2,500 – £4,000 |
| Immigration bail applications | £1,500 – £2,500 |
| Outside of Immigration Rules applications | £3,000 – £5,000 |
Services included in the fee estimate
- Detailed consultation and initial meeting to understand your circumstances and aims
- Advice on immigration rules and the appropriate application
- Review of supporting evidence and advice on obtaining missing documents
- Drafting grounds of appeal, statements, and preparatory work for the court bundle
- Submission of your application and appointment booking (excluding Home Office fees, the Immigration Health Surcharge and biometric appointment fees)
- Advice on timeline estimates related to the application
- Answering questions during Home Office consideration of your application
- Correspondence with counsel, experts, the Home Office and the Tribunal
- Review and advice on the application outcome
Disbursements
These are costs related to your matter payable to third parties. We handle these payments for a smoother process. Disbursements include but are not limited to:
- Barrister fees
- Expert report fees
- Interpreters / translations if required
- Home Office interviews
- Home Office / visa fees and any premium service supplements
- Immigration Health Surcharge
- Court / Tribunal fees
- Housing reports for immigration purposes
- DNA tests where appropriate
- Any other third-party costs related to your matter
Timescale. Preparing your application typically takes 1–4 weeks after we receive all necessary information and documents, depending on complexity, the number of applicants and the evidence required. We will inform you promptly of any delays. Home Office processing times may still vary.
Details of our solicitors who undertake immigration work are available on Our People. The work is supervised by Fatiha Begum, a director. Meet the team.
GRANT OF PROBATE
Probatepricing
Our fees are based on the hourly rates of the staff working on your case and the amount of time they spend. The exact costs depend on the individual circumstances of the matter. In straightforward cases we may offer fixed fees. When we provide a quote, we will clarify whether it is an estimate or a fixed fee. All rates exclude VAT at 20%.
No IHT / no full IHT account
£1,250 – £2,000
£1,500 – £2,400 inc. VAT
Average £1,800 + VAT (£2,160)
Where no Inheritance Tax is payable and/or a full IHT account is not required, plus disbursements.
IHT payable / full IHT account
£2,200 – £3,000
£2,760 – £3,600 inc. VAT
Average £2,500 + VAT (£3,000)
Where Inheritance Tax is payable and/or a full IHT account is required, plus disbursements.
For the quoted fee, we will
- Provide an experienced probate solicitor
- Obtain your detailed instructions
- Identify the type of probate application required
- Complete the probate application and relevant HMRC forms
- Liaise with HMRC regarding any IHT due
- Make the application to the Probate Registry on your behalf
As the executor or administrator, you will need to gather information from financial institutions for the probate application. We will then use this information to prepare the necessary tax forms and documents. Once the grant is obtained, our retainer will end. The costs quoted do not include the sale or transfer of any probate property.
Factors that might affect the costs
- Claiming any IHT reliefs
- The number of assets within the estate
- Gifts made by the deceased during their lifetime
- Investigation into the estate by the DWP
- Missing assets
- Any additional searches requested
Common disbursements
Disbursements are third-party costs related to your matter, such as HM Land Registry fees or court fees. Some attract VAT at 20%. We handle payment on your behalf, but these costs are outside our control.
- Probate application fee: £300 (estates over £5,000; no fee if £5,000 or less)
- Extra copies of the probate document: £1.50 each
- Second application if probate has already been granted: £20
- Land Registry fee: £3 per document (if the deceased owned property)
- Will search: £350 plus VAT (£420) if required
- Statutory notices: £200 – £300 if required
- Dormant account search: £185 plus VAT (£222) if required
- Bankruptcy searches: £2 per name if required
Timescale. In straightforward cases, obtaining the Grant of Probate typically takes 6 to 9 months from instruction. The duration can vary based on the responsiveness of third parties.
We do not offer full estate administration services, including the collection of assets, settling of estate debts, and distribution of assets.
Need a quote for your matter?
Contact us to discuss your circumstances. We will explain the likely costs, any disbursements, and the options available to you.
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