Wills & Probate
Will writing, LPA and probate solicitor fee comparison — fixed fee vs percentage of estate.
Will writing cost UK: £150–£600 for a solicitor-drafted will. Online wills from £30. Mirror wills, trusts and complex estate costs compared.
Probate solicitor fees UK: fixed fee £1,500–£3,500 or 1%–5% of estate. Grant of probate court fee £526. When to use a solicitor vs DIY probate explained.
Lasting power of attorney cost UK: £92–£250 registration fee. Solicitor fees add £500–£1,000. Property & financial vs health & welfare LPA costs compared.
Fixed fee or percentage of the estate?
Will writing is usually a fixed fee, rising for more complex wills such as those with trusts. Probate firms may charge a fixed fee, an hourly rate or a percentage of the estate's value. For a larger, straightforward estate, a percentage fee can cost far more than an hourly or fixed fee for the same work, so always ask for an estimate in pounds.
Official fees are separate
The probate application fee charged by HM Courts & Tribunals Service and the registration fee for a Lasting Power of Attorney charged by the Office of the Public Guardian are on top of any professional fees. SRA-regulated firms must publish price information for uncontested probate on their websites, which makes it easier to compare.
General information for England and Wales unless stated, not legal advice. Last reviewed 28 October 2026.