Our Fees

We are committed to providing clear and transparent pricing for all immigration matters. Following an initial discussion of your circumstances and requirements, we will provide a personalised quotation based on the nature, complexity and scope of the work involved.

Depending on the work involved, we may charge:

• A fixed fee for straightforward immigration applications and advisory services.
• An hourly rate, ranging from £150 to £290 plus VAT, depending on the experience of the solicitor handling your matter.
• A bespoke fee for more complex immigration matters or where ongoing legal support is required. We will provide a clear estimate of costs before commencing work and discuss any changes should the scope of work change.

Our Services May Include

Our immigration services may include:

• Advising on the most appropriate immigration route based on your personal or business circumstances.
• Preparing and submitting applications for entry clearance, permission to stay, settlement (Indefinite Leave to Remain) and British citizenship.
• Advising on family, work, business and visitor visa applications.
• Reviewing supporting documentation and identifying any additional evidence required.
• Preparing legal representations in support of your application.
• Liaising with the Home Office and responding to requests for further information.
• Advising on Sponsor Licence requirements and employer obligations where relevant.
• Preparing clients for Home Office interviews where required.
• Advising on the outcome of an application and any further steps that may be available.

The time required will vary depending on the type of application, the complexity of your circumstances, the volume of supporting documentation, whether documents require translation, and whether any additional information is requested by the Home Office.

Additional Costs

Our fees do not include third-party costs (disbursements), where applicable. These may include:

• Home Office application fees.
• Immigration Health Surcharge (where applicable).
• Priority or Super Priority processing fees.
• Translation or interpretation fees.
• Independent expert reports, where required.
• Medical record fees.
• Barristers' fees or specialist advice, where appropriate.

We will advise you of any anticipated disbursements before they are incurred.

Timescales

We will normally be able to prepare and submit your application within 2 to 3 weeks of receiving your instructions, all required supporting documentation and payment of our fees.

Home Office processing times vary depending on the type of application and are outside our control. We will keep you informed of the progress of your matter and advise you of any significant developments throughout the process.

General Information

The information above is intended as a general guide. Once we have reviewed your individual circumstances, we will provide a tailored estimate of costs and timescales before any work begins.

VAT will be charged at the prevailing rate where applicable.

Our Fees

We are committed to providing clear and transparent pricing for all Sponsor Licence and Sponsor Compliance matters. Following an initial discussion of your business requirements, we will provide a personalised quotation based on the nature, complexity and scope of the work involved.

Depending on the work involved, we may charge:

• A fixed fee for straightforward matters, such as Sponsor Licence applications or specific compliance services.
• An hourly rate, ranging from £150 to £290 plus VAT, depending on the experience of the solicitor handling your matter.
• A bespoke fee for more complex matters or ongoing compliance support. We will provide a clear estimate of costs before commencing work and discuss any changes should the scope of work change.

Our Services May Include

Our Sponsor Licence and Sponsor Compliance services may include:

• Advising businesses on Sponsor Licence eligibility and Home Office requirements.
• Preparing and submitting Sponsor Licence applications.
• Assisting with Sponsor Licence renewals and changes of circumstances.
• Advising employers on their sponsor duties and ongoing compliance obligations.
• Providing guidance and support with the Sponsor Management System (SMS).
• Assisting with the appointment and responsibilities of Level 1 and Level 2 Users.
• Conducting compliance reviews and mock Home Office audits.
• Preparing businesses for Home Office compliance visits.
• Advising on record-keeping, reporting duties and right to work compliance.
• Providing ongoing legal support to help employers maintain compliance with immigration legislation.

The time required will vary depending on the complexity of your business, the number of sponsored workers, the documentation involved, the level of compliance support required and whether any Home Office enquiries arise during the course of your matter.

Additional Costs

Our fees do not include third-party costs (disbursements), where applicable. These may include:

• Home Office Sponsor Licence application fees.
• Priority processing fees, where available.
• Translation or interpretation fees.
• Barristers' or specialist advisers' fees, where required.
• Any other statutory or third-party charges relevant to your matter.

We will advise you of any anticipated disbursements before they are incurred.

Timescales

The time required will vary depending on the type of service requested and the complexity of your matter.

Once we have received your instructions and the relevant information, we will provide an estimated timescale and keep you informed throughout your matter.

Home Office processing times for Sponsor Licence applications and related matters are outside our control.

General Information

The information above is intended as a general guide. Once we have reviewed your individual circumstances, we will provide a tailored estimate of costs and timescales before any work begins.

VAT will be charged at the prevailing rate where applicable.

Our Fees

We are committed to providing clear and transparent pricing for all family law matters. Following an initial discussion of your circumstances and requirements, we will provide a personalised quotation based on the nature, complexity and scope of the work involved.

Depending on the work involved, we may charge:

• A fixed fee for straightforward matters where the scope of work can be clearly defined.
• An hourly rate, ranging from £150 to £290 plus VAT, depending on the experience of the solicitor handling your matter.
• A bespoke fee for more complex matters or ongoing legal support. We will provide a clear estimate of costs before commencing work and discuss any changes should the scope of work change.

Our Services May Include

Our family law services may include:

• Advising on divorce, dissolution of civil partnerships and judicial separation.
• Assisting with financial settlements, including the division of matrimonial assets.
• Advising on child arrangements, parental responsibility and other matters concerning children.
• Preparing Consent Orders and other family court applications.
• Negotiating settlements to help resolve disputes without the need for court proceedings where possible.
• Representing clients in family law proceedings, where instructed.
• Advising on cohabitation disputes and separation agreements.
• Preparing pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements.
• Providing clear advice and support throughout your matter.

The time required will vary depending on the complexity of your circumstances, whether an agreement can be reached between the parties, the number of issues involved and whether court proceedings become necessary.

Additional Costs

Our fees do not include third-party costs (disbursements), where applicable. These may include:

• Court fees.
• Barristers' fees.
• Mediation fees.
• Expert reports, such as property valuations or pension reports.
• Process server or tracing agent fees, where required.

We will advise you of any anticipated disbursements before they are incurred.

Timescales

The time required will vary depending on the nature and complexity of your matter.

Once we have received your instructions and any relevant documentation, we will provide an estimated timescale and keep you informed throughout your matter.

Where court proceedings are required, the overall timescale will also depend on court availability and procedural timetables, which are outside our control.

General Information

The information above is intended as a general guide. Once we have reviewed your individual circumstances, we will provide a tailored estimate of costs and timescales before any work begins.

VAT will be charged at the prevailing rate where applicable.

Our Fees

We are committed to providing clear and transparent pricing for all business law matters. Following an initial discussion of your requirements, we will provide a personalised quotation based on the nature, complexity and scope of the work involved.

Depending on the work involved, we may charge:

• A fixed fee for straightforward business matters where the scope of work can be clearly defined.
• An hourly rate, ranging from £150 to £290 plus VAT, depending on the experience of the solicitor handling your matter.
• A bespoke fee for more complex transactions or ongoing legal support. We will provide a clear estimate of costs before commencing work and discuss any changes should the scope of work change.

Our Services May Include

Our business law services may include:

• Advising on business structures, including companies, partnerships and other business arrangements.
• Assisting with company formations and constitutional documents.
• Preparing and reviewing shareholder agreements and partnership agreements.
• Advising directors and shareholders on their rights, responsibilities and obligations.
• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Preparing business terms and conditions, confidentiality agreements and other commercial documents.
• Advising on the purchase and sale of businesses.
• Assisting with joint ventures and business collaborations.
• Advising on corporate governance and regulatory compliance.
• Providing ongoing legal support to businesses and business owners.

The time required will vary depending on the nature and complexity of your matter, the number of parties involved, the volume of documentation, the level of negotiation required and whether specialist advice is needed.

Additional Costs

Our fees do not include third-party costs (disbursements), where applicable. These may include:

• Companies House filing fees.
• Company searches.
• Property searches, where relevant.
• Specialist professional advice, such as accountants or tax advisers.
• Counsel's fees, where specialist legal advice is required.
• Any other statutory or third-party charges relevant to your matter.

We will advise you of any anticipated disbursements before they are incurred.

Timescales

The time required will vary depending on the type and complexity of the business matter.

Once we have received your instructions and the relevant documentation, we will provide an estimated timescale and keep you informed throughout your matter.

Straightforward business matters may often be completed within a few weeks, while more complex transactions involving negotiations, multiple parties or regulatory considerations may take longer.

General Information

The information above is intended as a general guide. Once we have reviewed your individual circumstances, we will provide a tailored estimate of costs and timescales before any work begins.

VAT will be charged at the prevailing rate where applicable.

Our Fees

We are committed to providing clear and transparent pricing for all commercial lease matters. Following an initial discussion of your requirements, we will provide a personalised quotation based on the nature, complexity and scope of the work involved.

Depending on the work involved, we may charge:

• A fixed fee for straightforward commercial lease matters where the scope of work can be clearly defined.
• An hourly rate, ranging from £150 to £290 plus VAT, depending on the experience of the solicitor handling your matter.
• A bespoke fee for more complex transactions, negotiations or ongoing commercial property support. We will provide a clear estimate of costs before commencing work and discuss any changes should the scope of work change.

Our Services May Include

Our commercial lease services may include:

• Reviewing and advising on commercial lease agreements.
• Acting for landlords and tenants in lease negotiations.
• Drafting, negotiating and amending lease documentation.
• Advising on lease renewals and extensions.
• Assisting with lease assignments and transfers.
• Advising on licences to assign, sublet, alter or change use.
• Reviewing rent deposit deeds and related documents.
• Advising on landlord and tenant rights and obligations.
• Preparing and reviewing agreements connected with commercial property transactions.
• Providing practical advice to help clients understand potential risks and obligations before entering into a lease.

The time required will vary depending on the complexity of the lease, the number of parties involved, the extent of negotiations required, the documentation involved and whether additional legal issues arise.

Additional Costs

Our fees do not include third-party costs (disbursements), where applicable. These may include:

• Land Registry fees.
• Property searches.
• Companies House search fees.
• Stamp Duty Land Tax (where applicable).
• Specialist reports or professional advice.
• Surveyor or valuation fees.
• Counsel's fees, where specialist advice is required.

We will advise you of any anticipated disbursements before they are incurred.

Timescales

The time required will vary depending on the nature and complexity of the lease transaction.

Once we have received your instructions and the relevant documentation, we will provide an estimated timescale and keep you informed throughout your matter.

Commercial lease transactions can vary significantly in duration depending on negotiations between the parties, the complexity of the documentation and whether any third-party approvals are required.

General Information

The information above is intended as a general guide. Once we have reviewed your individual circumstances, we will provide a tailored estimate of costs and timescales before any work begins.

VAT will be charged at the prevailing rate where applicable.

Our Fees

We are committed to providing clear and transparent pricing for all charity law matters. Following an initial discussion of your requirements, we will provide a personalised quotation based on the nature, complexity and scope of the work involved.

Depending on the work involved, we may charge:

• A fixed fee for straightforward charity matters where the scope of work can be clearly defined.
• An hourly rate, ranging from £150 to £290 plus VAT, depending on the experience of the solicitor handling your matter.
• A bespoke fee for more complex matters or ongoing legal support. We will provide a clear estimate of costs before commencing work and discuss any changes should the scope of work change.

Our Services May Include

Our charity law services may include:

• Advising on the establishment and structure of charities and not-for-profit organisations.
• Assisting with charity registration and applications to the Charity Commission.
• Advising trustees on their legal duties, responsibilities and governance obligations.
• Preparing and reviewing governing documents, including constitutions and trust deeds.
• Advising on charity governance, compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Drafting and reviewing charity policies, agreements and procedures.
• Advising on trustee decision-making and management of charity assets.
• Assisting with changes to charity structures, mergers or reorganisations.
• Providing ongoing legal support to trustees and charity organisations.

The time required will vary depending on the nature and complexity of your matter, the structure of the organisation, the documentation involved, regulatory requirements and whether Charity Commission involvement is required.

Additional Costs

Our fees do not include third-party costs (disbursements), where applicable. These may include:

• Charity Commission application fees, where applicable.
• Companies House filing fees.
• Searches and registration fees.
• Counsel's fees, where specialist advice is required.
• Accountancy, tax or other professional adviser fees.
• Any other statutory or third-party charges relevant to your matter.

We will advise you of any anticipated disbursements before they are incurred.

Timescales

The time required will vary depending on the nature and complexity of the charity matter.

Once we have received your instructions and the relevant documentation, we will provide an estimated timescale and keep you informed throughout your matter.

Straightforward charity matters may often be completed within a few weeks, while matters involving regulatory approval, restructuring or complex governance issues may take longer.

General Information

The information above is intended as a general guide. Once we have reviewed your individual circumstances, we will provide a tailored estimate of costs and timescales before any work begins.

VAT will be charged at the prevailing rate where applicable.

Our Fees

We are committed to providing clear and transparent pricing for all Wills and Probate matters. Following an initial discussion of your circumstances and requirements, we will provide a personalised quotation based on the nature, complexity and scope of the work involved.

Depending on the work involved, we may charge:

• A fixed fee for straightforward matters, such as the preparation of a Will.
• An hourly rate, ranging from £150 to £290 plus VAT, depending on the experience of the solicitor handling your matter.
• A percentage-based fee for administering an estate where this is the most appropriate pricing structure. Our fees may be calculated at 2% of the gross value of the estate plus VAT. In most cases, our total legal fees for administering an estate will not exceed 4% of the gross value of the estate plus VAT, provided there are no exceptional circumstances, such as disputes between beneficiaries, missing assets, overseas property, contested claims or other complex issues. If additional work becomes necessary due to unforeseen circumstances, we will discuss and agree any revised fees with you before carrying out that work.

Our Services May Include

Our Wills and Probate services may include:

• Preparing new Wills and reviewing or updating existing Wills.
• Advising on estate planning and inheritance matters.
• Applying for Grants of Probate or Letters of Administration.
• Advising executors and administrators on their legal duties and responsibilities.
• Identifying, collecting and valuing estate assets and liabilities.
• Settling debts, liabilities and inheritance tax where applicable.
• Preparing estate accounts.
• Distributing the estate to beneficiaries.
• Advising beneficiaries and personal representatives throughout the administration of the estate.

The time required will vary depending on the size and complexity of the estate, the number of beneficiaries, the nature of the assets, whether inheritance tax is payable and whether any unforeseen issues arise during the administration.

Additional Costs

Our fees do not include third-party costs (disbursements), where applicable. These may include:

• Probate Registry application fees.
• Court fees.
• Bankruptcy and Land Registry searches.
• Statutory notices.
• Property and asset valuation fees.
• Estate agent or conveyancing fees where property forms part of the estate.
• Accountancy or specialist tax advice, where required.

We will advise you of any anticipated disbursements before they are incurred.

Timescales

The time required will vary depending on the nature and complexity of the estate.

Once we have received your instructions and the relevant information, we will provide an estimated timescale and keep you informed throughout the administration of the estate.

The administration of a straightforward estate may take several months to complete, while more complex estates involving property sales, inheritance tax or multiple beneficiaries are likely to take longer.

General Information

The information above is intended as a general guide. Once we have reviewed your individual circumstances, we will provide a tailored estimate of costs and timescales before any work begins.

VAT will be charged at the prevailing rate where applicable.

Our Fees

We are committed to providing clear and transparent pricing for all Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA) and Deputyship matters. Following an initial discussion of your circumstances and requirements, we will provide a personalised quotation based on the nature, complexity and scope of the work involved.

Depending on the work involved, we may charge:

• A fixed fee for straightforward matters, such as preparing and registering a Lasting Power of Attorney.
• An hourly rate, ranging from £150 to £290 plus VAT, depending on the experience of the solicitor handling your matter.
• A bespoke fee for more complex matters, including Deputyship applications or ongoing support where additional work is required. We will provide a clear estimate of costs before commencing work and discuss any changes should the scope of work change.

Our Services May Include

Our Lasting Powers of Attorney and Deputyship services may include:

• Advising on the different types of Lasting Powers of Attorney, including Property and Financial Affairs and Health and Welfare LPAs.
• Explaining the roles, responsibilities and duties of attorneys.
• Preparing and completing Lasting Power of Attorney documents.
• Assisting with registration of LPAs with the Office of the Public Guardian.
• Advising on the management of affairs where a person lacks mental capacity.
• Preparing and submitting Deputyship applications to the Court of Protection.
• Advising proposed deputies on their duties and responsibilities.
• Assisting with Court of Protection correspondence and requirements.
• Providing ongoing advice to deputies regarding administration and compliance obligations.

The time required will vary depending on whether the matter involves a straightforward LPA registration or a more complex Deputyship application, the availability of supporting information, and whether additional evidence or court directions are required.

Additional Costs

Our fees do not include third-party costs (disbursements), where applicable. These may include:

• Office of the Public Guardian registration fees.
• Court of Protection application fees.
• Medical assessment fees.
• Deputy security bond fees, where required.
• Expert reports or professional advice, where necessary.
• Any other statutory or third-party charges relevant to your matter.

We will advise you of any anticipated disbursements before they are incurred.

Timescales

The time required will vary depending on the type of application and the complexity of your matter.

Once we have received your instructions and all relevant documentation, we will provide an estimated timescale and keep you informed throughout the process.

Registration of a Lasting Power of Attorney is subject to the Office of the Public Guardian's processing times. Deputyship applications are determined by the Court of Protection and may take longer depending on the circumstances of the case.

General Information

The information above is intended as a general guide. Once we have reviewed your individual circumstances, we will provide a tailored estimate of costs and timescales before any work begins.

VAT will be charged at the prevailing rate where applicable.

Our Fees

We are committed to providing clear and transparent pricing for all other legal services. Many of the services in this section involve straightforward and clearly defined work, and we will normally provide a fixed fee quotation following an initial discussion of your requirements.

Where the nature or complexity of the matter requires additional work, we will provide a clear estimate of costs before commencing work and discuss any changes should the scope of work change.

Our Services May Include

Our other legal services may include:

Powers of Attorney

• Preparing a Power of Attorney for use overseas.
• Preparing a Special Power of Attorney for use in the UK.
• Preparing a General Power of Attorney.
• Advising on the appropriate type of authority required for your circumstances.

Trusts and Declarations

• Preparing and advising on trust documents.
• Preparing statutory declarations.
• Advising on the purpose and legal requirements of declarations and supporting documents.

Property and Identity Verification Services

• Completing ID1, TR1 and other identity verification requirements.
• Verifying identity documents and providing required legal certification.
• Verifying company directors' identity through an Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP), where applicable.

Personal and Business Documents

• Preparing Change of Name Deeds and Deed Poll applications.
• Preparing sponsorship letters and supporting documentation.
• Providing assistance with other legal documents requiring professional certification or verification.

Landlord and Property Services

• Advising on eviction and repossession matters.
• Preparing Section 8 Notices.
• Advising landlords on the legal requirements and procedures involved in possession matters.

The time required will depend on the type of service requested, the documentation required, whether any amendments are needed and whether additional legal issues arise.

Additional Costs

Our fees do not include third-party costs (disbursements), where applicable. These may include:

• Court fees.
• Registration fees.
• Certification or verification fees payable to third parties.
• Translation fees.
• Any other statutory or third-party charges relevant to your matter.

We will advise you of any anticipated disbursements before they are incurred.

Timescales

The time required will vary depending on the type of service requested and whether all required information and documentation are available.

Once we have received your instructions and the relevant documents, we will provide an estimated timescale and keep you informed throughout your matter.

Straightforward document-based services can often be completed within a short timeframe, subject to receiving all required information.

General Information

The information above is intended as a general guide. Once we have reviewed your individual circumstances, we will provide a tailored estimate of costs and timescales before any work begins.

VAT will be charged at the prevailing rate where applicable.