Estate planning Solicitors

Estate planning in the UK is a comprehensive process through which you arrange for the management and distribution of your assets during your lifetime and after your death. It encompasses everything from drafting wills and setting up trusts to appointing executors and planning for inheritance tax. Effective estate planning ensures that your wishes are respected, your loved ones are provided for, and any potential disputes are minimised. The solicitors and lawyers featured below possess extensive expertise in every aspect of estate planning, ensuring your wishes are secure.

James Winfield

London KT19 0DG

Estate planning Solicitors London

19 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

James has been practicing as a solicitor since 2006 and has extensive experience and knowledge in the areas of Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Trusts, inheritance tax advice, Deputyship applications, Enduring Power of Attorney registrations, probates and intestacies....

Qarrar SOMJI

Birmingham B12 0NS

Estate planning Solicitors Birmingham

11 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Qarrar Somji is a solicitor based in Birmingham, specializing in a wide range of legal areas, including Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), Bankruptcy, Civil Litigation, Court Claims, Defamation, Dispute Resolution, Divorce, Employment Law, Family Law, Insolvency, Landlord & Tenant Litigation, Neighbour Disputes, Tribunals, Trust & Estate Disputes, and Wills. With his extensive experience across...

Jan MARZEC

London GU7 1JX

Estate planning Solicitors London

25 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Jan MARZEC, an independent lawyer in London, specializes in fraud, employment litigation, bankruptcy, neighbor disputes, and healthcare law. With over 25 years of experience, Jan MARZEC provides comprehensive legal services in various areas, including: Neighbor Disputes: Assisting clients in...

Prashant Chaudhary

Southall UB1 3DB

Estate planning Solicitors Southall

Does not accept legal aid

Prashant Chaudhary is a specialist solicitor based in Southall, with a focus on Family Law, Wills, Trusts and Estate matters. Areas of Expertise Family Law – Providing advice on a wide range of family-related matters, including divorce, child...

Mark Hunter

Liverpool L11 1BX

Estate planning Solicitors Liverpool

29 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Mark Hunter is an specialist personal injury solicitor and the owner of Mackrell & Thomas. Mark has considerable expertise in all types of personal injury claims, ranging from fatal accidents and catastrophic injuries to minor whiplash and sprains....

What does estate planning involve?

Will drafting: Creating a legally binding document that clearly states how your assets should be distributed.
Trust establishment: Setting up trusts to manage and protect assets, often for tax efficiency and to benefit specific beneficiaries.
Inheritance tax planning: Structuring your estate to minimise tax liabilities and ensure maximum benefit to your heirs.
Appointment of executors and trustees: Designating trusted individuals to administer your estate and manage any trusts you’ve established.
Powers of attorney: Appointing someone to make decisions on your behalf if you become incapable of doing so.
Succession planning: Ensuring a smooth transfer of business or family assets to the next generation.

How can a solicitor help with estate planning, and what does it cost?

A specialist in estate planning can:

Provide tailored advice: Assess your assets, family circumstances, and financial goals to develop a strategy that protects your legacy.
Draft and review documents: Prepare wills, trust deeds, and powers of attorney that meet current legal standards and reflect your wishes accurately.
Advise on tax efficiency: Recommend strategies to reduce inheritance tax liabilities and maximise the value of your estate for your beneficiaries.
Plan for contingencies: Outline arrangements for potential future changes, such as incapacity or shifts in family dynamics.

Costs vary depending on the complexity of your estate and the range of documents required. Many solicitors charge hourly rates ranging from £150 to £400, while others offer fixed-fee packages for standard will drafting or basic estate planning services. An initial consultation—often free or available at a reduced rate—can help you understand your options, obtain an estimate of expenses, and develop a tailored estate planning strategy.

Christopher SHEPHERD

London SW19 INE

Estate planning Solicitors London

Does not accept legal aid

Fluent in English and German, Christopher Shepherd is a highly skilled solicitor specializing in civil litigation, dispute resolution, and estate matters. As a Partner with extensive experience representing clients up to High Court level, he is dedicated to...

Kumar Subramani

London W1C 2DL

Estate planning Solicitors London

22 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Kumar Subramani is a lawyer based in London who speaks Bengali, English, Greek, Hindi, Malay, Turkish, Urdu, Tamil, and Malayalam. With over 22 years of experience, Kumar specializes in a wide range of legal fields including family law,...

Shah Ali

London E1 2LX

Estate planning Solicitors London

13 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Shah Ali is the founding Senior Partner of Waterstone Solicitors, bringing over 13 years of post-qualification experience to his practice. Specializing in a broad range of legal areas, including family law, immigration, intellectual property, bankruptcy, conveyancing, judicial review,...

John Cato

Birmingham B12 0NS

Estate planning Solicitors Birmingham

36 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

I have been working as a solicitor for 30 years and am qualified as a Solicitor-Advocate allowing me to represent Clients in Court when appropriate. I am instructed by other firms of commercial solicitors to deal with their...

5 Solicitors Wills trust and estate (Area of expertise might be Estate planning)

We recommend contacting one of the solicitors listed below, as their area of practice is relevant to your enquiry.

Sushil Gaikwad

London SE18 6FH

Estate planning Solicitors London

15 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

With 15 years of experience, Sushil Gaikwad specializes in a wide range of legal areas, including employment, family law, commercial law, and financial services. He offers expert legal services in areas such as dispute resolution, immigration, intellectual property,...

Elizabeth Middleton

Reading RG5 4AE

Estate planning Solicitors Reading

4177 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Visiting a solicitor should be, welcoming and friendly experience, which is why I pride myself on offering a sympathetic, professional environment, based on listening and empathy. It’s important to me that clients have time to explain their problems...

Diarmuid McKeown

Belfast BT1 3GN

Estate planning Solicitors Belfast

47 years of experience

Accepts legal aid in Estate planning

Areas of Practice Personal Injury My firm McKeowns is recognised as a leading Personal Injury practice within Northern Ireland. Our approach to handling claims has been centred entirely on caring for clients. From the moment of instruction until...

Reina D'Costa

Harrow HA5 1BN

Estate planning Solicitors Harrow

Does not accept legal aid

Reina D’costa, the founder of Bizlaw UK, is a savvy, practical and proactive UK Solicitor (dual qualified in the UK and India). She has many years of legal experience and great testimonials. She has a proven track record...

Sophie DONOVAN

Estate planning Solicitors

12 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Sophie Donovan is an experienced solicitor with 12 years in the legal profession, specializing in family law, Wills and probate, and related matters. She qualified as a solicitor in May 2013 and is also a member of the...