Estate Management Fees
All figures below are exclusive of VAT unless stated otherwise. VAT is charged at the prevailing rate (currently 20%). These are guide prices for straightforward matters; every client is given a written estimate specific to their case before any chargeable work begins, in line with the SRA Transparency Rules.
This covers ongoing management of an estate or trust after probate is complete for example acting as a professional trustee, managing property or investments on behalf of beneficiaries, or administering a trust set up under a will. It's distinct from the one-off probate administration.
Estate Management
| Basis | Typical Range |
|---|---|
| Ongoing trustee / estate management fee | 0.5% – 1.5% of asset value per year |
| One-off deed of appointment (adding/removing a trustee) | £300 – £1,000+, by complexity |
| Time-based trust or estate management work | Firm's standard hourly rates |
Fee Earner Hourly Rates
| Fee Earner | Rate (exc. VAT) |
|---|---|
| Director / Solicitor (8+ years' experience) — Grade A | £319 per hour |
| Solicitor (4+ years' experience) — Grade B | £262 per hour |
| Other solicitors / legal executives — Grade C | £209 per hour |
| Trainee solicitors | £146 per hour |
| Paralegals | £120 per hour |
Further fees can be discussed by calling our offices on:
020 8125 4153
07545 216678(24 Hour Emergency)