Carol Mason · Partner, Private Client · Liverpool
7 Church Road, Woolton, Liverpool L25 5JE
Private client specialist advising on wills, probate, trusts and inheritance tax planning for high-net-worth individuals and business owners.
Wills & Probate solicitors across the UK
Writing a will, lasting powers of attorney, estate administration and inheritance disputes. In Scotland the equivalent of probate is called confirmation.
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Alex Drake · Consultant, Private Client · St Albans
Thornycroft House, 107 Holywell Hill, St Albans AL1 1HQ
Private client lawyer advising on wills, estate planning, inheritance tax, probate, trusts and powers of attorney.
Kirsten Wood · Partner, Head of Wills & Probate · Nottingham
2 Kayes Walk, The Lace Market, Nottingham NG1 1PZ
STEP-accredited head of wills and probate, advising on wills, trusts, estate administration and LPAs; Notts Law Society Partner of the Year 2025.
Ed Ryder · Director, Head of Private Client · York
1 St Saviourgate, York YO1 8ZQ
Advises high-net-worth, business-owning and farming clients on inheritance tax, succession planning, trusts, wills and probate.
Lewis Addison · Partner, Contentious Trusts & Probate · Leicester
Provincial House, 37 New Walk, Leicester LE1 6TU
ACTAPS-accredited dispute resolution partner handling inheritance claims, will disputes and property disputes.
Kanika Sohpal · Partner, Private Wealth & Succession · Bradford
Church Bank House, Church Bank, Bradford BD1 4DY
STEP member advising high-net-worth families and business owners on succession planning, trusts and estate administration; Chambers-ranked.
Gemma Smith · Partner, Head of Wills & Probate · Plymouth
60-66 North Hill, Plymouth PL4 8EP
Leads the wills, probate and trusts department, handling estate administration, LPAs and high-net-worth estates with international elements.
Anna Garde-Evans · Partner, Inheritance & Trust Disputes · Exeter
Curzon House, Southernhay West, Exeter EX1 1RS
Contentious probate partner handling will challenges, estate claims and trust disputes, with a farming and cohabitation focus.
Common questions about wills & probate solicitors in the UK
How much does a will cost with a solicitor in your area?
A straightforward single will typically costs between £150 and £350, with mirror wills for couples costing somewhat more. More complex estate planning — trusts, business assets, or blended families — will cost more and is usually quoted after an initial discussion.
What is probate and do I always need it?
Probate is the legal process of administering someone's estate after death — collecting assets, paying debts, and distributing what remains according to the will (or intestacy rules if there isn't one). Smaller estates, or those held entirely in joint names, can sometimes be dealt with without a formal grant of probate.
Can I write my own will without a solicitor?
Yes, DIY wills are legally valid if correctly signed and witnessed, but mistakes in wording or execution are a common cause of disputes and can invalidate a will entirely. A solicitor is particularly worth using if you have children from a previous relationship, own a business, or have a larger or more complex estate.
How long does probate take in your area and the wider UK?
Probate typically takes 6-12 months from application to full estate distribution, though simple estates can be quicker and estates involving property sales, disputes, or Inheritance Tax can take considerably longer.