Wills
Our private client lawyers are experts in drafting tailored wills to accurately reflect your wishes regarding the distribution of your assets, appointment of executors, guardianship of minor children and trust provisions. We also provide assistance with updating your Will if your current Will is out of date, your circumstances have changed or if you require assistance with interpreting a Will.
- Will Drafting: Our fees for drafting a will range from £750.00 to £1,000 plus VAT for straightforward cases, otherwise billed at our hourly rates.
- Will Interpretation: our fees for interpreting an existing Will and advising you on the same will be billed at our hourly rates:
Level of Experience Hourly Rate (plus VAT at 20%) Partners £500.00 per hour Solicitors £375.00 per hour Trainee Solicitors/Paralegals £175.00 per hour VAT and Disbursements: Our fees and most disbursements are subject to VAT at the current rate of 20%. If you currently reside outside of the UK, you will not be charged VAT on our legal fees.
Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA)
Our private client lawyers are experts in preparing and securing LPAs for your health and welfare as well as property and financial decisions in the event of losing capacity.
- Single LPA: £500.00 + VAT, plus a registration fee payable to the Office of the Public Guardian of £82.00
- Pair of similar LPAs: £1,100.00 + VAT, plus a registration fee payable to the Office of the Public Guardian of £164.00
- VAT and Disbursements: Our fees and most disbursements are subject to VAT at the current rate of 20%. If you currently reside outside of the UK, you will not be charged VAT on our legal fees.
Trusts and other holding vehicles
At BOS, we specialise in providing comprehensive trust and estate planning solutions designed to protect your assets, minimise taxes, and secure your financial legacy. Our experienced team of professionals offers personalised guidance tailored to your unique circumstances.
Our fees for drafting and advising on the set-up and running of appropriate holding vehicles, such as trust structures, are billed at our hourly rates.
| Level of Experience | Hourly Rate (plus VAT at 20%) |
|---|---|
| Partners | £500.00 per hour |
| Solicitors | £375.00 per hour |
| Trainee Solicitors/Paralegals | £175.00 per hour |
Tax Planning: Implementing strategies to minimize estate taxes and other tax liabilities.
- Asset Protection: Protecting assets from potential creditors or legal challenges.
- Succession Planning: Developing plans for the transfer of ownership and management of family-owned businesses or farms.
