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Wills and lasting powers of attorney in Rayleigh
Written by a solicitor, at a fixed fee, usually in about two weeks. We'll come to you if getting to the office is hard.
Wills
| Service | Fee | With VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Single willFor one person | £225 | £270 |
| Mirror willsFor a couple who want similar wills | £375 | £450 |
| Updating a willA codicil for a small change | £120 | £144 |
What's included
- A meeting with a solicitor, at the office or on video
- A draft to read and change, as often as you need
- Signing with us, with two witnesses
- Storing your original will safely, with no storage fee
There are no disbursements for a will. The only extra is a home visit if you want one: £60, or £72 with VAT, within 10 miles of Rayleigh.
Wills with a trust
For couples who want the survivor to keep the home, while making sure their share passes to their children. Common in second marriages and blended families.
| Service | Fee | With VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Mirror wills with a property trustFor a couple | £650 | £780 |
| Single will with a trust for childrenFor one person | £450 | £540 |
Lasting powers of attorney
There are two kinds: one for property and money, one for health and care. Most people make both.
| Service | Fee | With VAT |
|---|---|---|
| One lasting power of attorneyEither kind | £350 | £420 |
| Both kinds, one personProperty and money, health and care | £600 | £720 |
Registration is extra: the Office of the Public Guardian charges current OPG fee per document. You may pay less, or nothing, on a low income.
How it works
- Free 15-minute call to check what you need
- Meeting, about an hour, with a short form beforehand
- Draft by email within 7 working days
- Signing appointment, about 30 minutes
Who does the work
Your matter is handled by a named fee-earner from start to finish, supervised by a solicitor director. Fee-earner names, qualifications, years of experience and supervisor go here