
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, offering expert legal services in Family Law, Wills, Trusts, and Estate matters. With a wealth of experience, he provides comprehensive legal support tailored to his clients' needs, handling everything...

Shah Ali
London E1 2LX
Estate planning Solicitors London
13 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Shah Ali is a highly accomplished solicitor based in London, with 13 years of experience in family law, immigration, intellectual property, bankruptcy, conveyancing, and wills, trusts, and estates. As the founding Senior Partner of Waterstone Solicitors, he has...

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....

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.

Kumar Subramani
London W1C 2DL
Estate planning Solicitors London
22 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Kumar Subramani is a highly experienced solicitor based in London, fluent in Bengali, English, Greek, Hindi, Malay, Turkish, Urdu, Tamil, and Malayalam. With over 22 years of legal experience, he offers a broad range of services, specializing in...

John Cato
Birmingham B12 0NS
Estate planning Solicitors Birmingham
36 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
With 36 years of experience, John Cato is a highly skilled solicitor and Solicitor-Advocate, providing expert legal services in employment law, family law, divorce, litigation, and dispute resolution. His ability to represent clients in court allows for a...

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...

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

Mark Cairns
Derbyshire DE55 7DD
Estate planning Solicitors Derbyshire
41 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
With 41 years of experience, Mark Cairns is a seasoned solicitor specializing in residential and commercial conveyancing, wills, trusts, estates, and neighbour disputes. Having joined Rickards & Cleaver in 1986 and later becoming a Partner, he has a...

Ian Aris
Coalville LE67 8LZ
Estate planning Solicitors Coalville
14 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Ian Aris is a dedicated solicitor with 14 years of experience, specializing in litigation, wills, trusts, and estate matters. Since qualifying as a solicitor in 2011, he has built a strong reputation for providing high-quality, personalized legal services,...

Claire Lawler
Liverpool L13 5SG
Estate planning Solicitors Liverpool
28 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Claire Lawler is an experienced solicitor based in Liverpool with 28 years of legal practice. Specializing in wills, trusts, estates, and personal injury claims, Claire has been an integral part of the team at Mackrell & Thomas for...






Hollingsworth Edwards Solicitors
Solicitors London W6 7PJ
Estate planning Solicitors
5 Solicitors
Does not accept legal aid
Hollingsworth Edwards is a highly reputable and successful law firm based in West London, representing clients across the UK and internationally. With expertise in a wide range of legal areas, including criminal law, fraud, employment, family law, divorce,...

Joy Edu
London SE13 6EE
Estate planning Solicitors London
16 years of experience
Accepts legal aid in Estate planning
Joy Edu is an experienced solicitor based in London, specializing in family law, including both private and public children law, as well as immigration, wills, trusts, and estate matters. With 16 years of experience, Joy is an Accredited...