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Elaine Motion · Partner & Chair, Solicitor-Advocate · Wills & Probate · Edinburgh
56-66 Frederick Street, Edinburgh EH2 1LS
Civil solicitor-advocate leading the medical negligence team, with personal injury, public law and five House of Lords appearances.
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.
Scotland doesn't use the word probate. The executor applies to the sheriff court for 'confirmation', which gives them authority to collect and distribute the estate. Small estates can use a simpler procedure.
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.
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.
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