Probate and Estate Administration
Obtaining a grant of representation and dealing with the administration of an estate can be complicated and time consuming; it can take several months to make sure everything is done correctly to protect the interests of both the personal representatives and the beneficiaries.
At Acer Prime Law we offer fixed price probate assistance, where the executors do some of the work, or a complete estate administration service to deal with everything for you. Every probate matter is different, which is why we encourage you to contact us so we can provide you with an estimate outlining a range of potential fees to make sure you get the right amount of support to meet your own circumstances.
An example of our costs in making an application for the grant:
To complete the relevant forms where information supplied by the executor, where no IHT liability, prepare and submit the application £950 +VAT – disbursements not included.
To complete IHT400 and schedules from information supplied by the executor, prepare and submit the application £1995 +VAT – disbursements not included
Complete estate administration
We offer a full administration service for more complex or taxable estates our fees average 1.5 – 2.0% of the gross estate plus VAT.
Typical disbursements
Probate fee (current) £155
Further sealed copies of the grant of probate £1.50 each
Protective notice in local newspaper – subject to local paper fee
Protective notice in the London Gazette £118.25
Will Register Search £65 – £140
Estate Search – £198
(VAT is not added to disbursements)
Experience and qualifications
Our Team includes qualified and experienced Solicitor, full members of the Society and Trusts and Estates Practitioners, and experienced Probate Administrators.