We charge on a fixed fee basis and not an hourly rate, so you will always have the certainty of knowing in advance exactly how much your work will cost. Guideline fees for some of our most commonly-requested services are set out below. Please note that these figures are only a guide, and exact costs will depend on your individual circumstances and requirements.
As a small, independent legal business, staying below the VAT threshold means we don’t need to charge our clients an extra 20%. This translates into better value and simple, transparent costs for you. It’s all part of how we keep things lean, personal, and focused on quality without the overheads.
| Document | For one person | For a couple |
| Simple Will | £475 | £695 |
| Complex Will (including life interest trust/discretionary trust/trust for a disabled person) | £650 | £950 |
| Will & Estate Planning Review Meeting (for existing clients) 1-hour consultation to discuss how a Will previously prepared by Chiltern Wills would operate in practice in light of your current assets and circumstances. If written advice or further work is required afterwards, we will provide a separate quote. | £250 | £250 |
| Severance of joint tenancy | – | £295 |
| Pair of Lasting Powers of Attorney – one for Property and Financial Affairs and one for Health and Welfare *NB In addition, the Office of the Public Guardian charges a registration fee of £92 per deed for Lasting Powers of Attorney* | £695 | £1095 |
| Probate Probate fees vary depending on the complexity of the work involved and the nature of the assets in the estate. Illustrative examples of likely costs are given below. Please call us to discuss your requirements and we can provide you with a free, no-obligation quote. Examples: In an estate that does not require an inheritance tax return to be completed and where we are dealing with 10 different organisations or fewer, we would charge £3,750 + outlays to assist the executors to obtain a grant of probate In an estate requiring a full inheritance tax return, and where we are dealing with with 10 different organisations or fewer, we would charge £7,500 + outlays to assist the executors to obtain a grant of probate. |
Make a Free Enquiry
For a free initial conversation about how we can help you with Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney or Probate, call us on 01494 708688, email info@chilternwills.com or complete a Free Online Enquiry.
