We will always try to give an accurate estimate where possible, it will clearly state what the likely cost of our work will be in our letter of engagement. The figure will be based on the information you have supplied us, together with our assessment of the work involved to complete the transaction.
As the work progresses we will review and update our estimate and advise you accordingly and in a timely manner if anything alters. Any additional work that is added to the original instruction will affect the quote or estimate originally supplied.
The quote or estimate that we supply will include VAT, together with any linked costs that we are charged by a third party to complete the transaction. This can include stamp duty; court fees; barristers’ fees; search and registration fees for example.
The hourly rates we charge are reviewed annually.
VAT is currently charged at 20%.
When we give you a quote or estimate it will contain the relevant hourly rate of the lawyer(s) dealing with your transaction.
We provide below estimates as to the fees we charge for certain types of work as a guide to what our fees may be.
Debt recovery up to £100,000
Our highly experienced and knowledgeable debt recovery team understand the need to respond quickly and to take prompt action to secure payment of outstanding debts and offer a fast turn-around of papers, helping clients secure payment of monies owing to them.
An overview of our fees is below, however for more detailed information, please click on this link:
Letter Before Action – Free of charge
Issuing of proceedings to include Claim Form and Particulars of Claim – 1–2 hours work at £160.00 + VAT per hour
Obtaining of Judgment – 1 hours work at £160.00 +VAT per hour
Enforcement of Judgment by way of Charging Order, Attachment of Earnings Order or other enforcement methods – 2 – 3 hours work at £160.00 + VAT per hour
For more information on Debt Recovery click here to see our team page.
Estate Administration & Probate
The death of a loved one is a difficult time and here at Rogers & Norton we can assist with all aspects of the administration of estates, from advice following the death to finalising the estate and ensuring all beneficiaries receive their inheritance.
Our team are experts in advising upon estate administration, whether solvent or insolvent, straightforward or complex. Of course, each and every estate is different and we will endeavour to give each our own personal empathetic touch to suit your specific circumstances.
The amount of work we do on an estate can be determined by those instructing and can vary from an appointment to obtain initial advice to assistance in getting a Grant of Administration to the full estate administration depending on your needs.
An overview of our fees is below, however for more detailed information, please click on this link:
We offer an initial 30 minute interview at £200 inclusive of VAT which will be included in the fees should you instruct us to deal with the probate.
Collection and distribution of money, property and other assets belonging to a person following their death, where these are within the UK and the matters are not contested:
Grant of Probate – no Inheritance Tax payable: £1,000 + VAT and disbursements (see below)
Our fees for obtaining a Grant of Probate will be fixed at £1,000 + VAT and disbursements (see below). The application for the Grant of Probate will be made based on the information relating to the assets and liabilities of the estate that you provide us with. This estimate is based on current information as presented to us which concludes that this estate does not require a full IHT400 estate account to be supplied to HMRC. If, during the course of our instructions this changes, then we will discuss with you an increased estimate.
Please note, our instructions are limited to obtaining the Grant of probate and not dealing with any further work, such as collecting in the assets, paying liabilities and making distributions.
If after the Grant of Probate is received you instruct us to complete any further work, we will advise you of the costs separately.
Grant of Probate – Inheritance Tax payable: £1,750 + VAT and disbursements (see below)
Our fees for obtaining a Grant of Probate will be fixed at £1,750 VAT and disbursements (see below). The application for the Grant of Probate will be made based on the information relating to the assets and liabilities of the estate that you provide us with.
Please note, our instructions are limited to obtaining the Grant of probate and not dealing with any further work, such as collecting in the assets, paying liabilities and making distributions.
If after the Grant of Probate is received you instruct us to complete any further work, we will advise you of the costs separately.
Standard Estate Administration: £3,360 – £4,480 + VAT and disbursements (see below)
Assuming information is not delayed in being sent to us, a simple probate of a non-taxable estate would on average take us between 12-16 hours at £280 + VAT per hour (£3,360 – £4,480 plus VAT).
If during the administration of the estate it appears more work is required than originally estimated, we will provide you with an updated estimate.
Any conveyancing fees for the sale of any property will be charged for separately.
More Complex Estate Administration: £4,480 – £7,000 + VAT and disbursements (see below)
In a more complex estate either taxable or with other further complicating factors an average estate may take between 16-25 hours at £280 + VAT per hour (£4,480 – £7,000 plus VAT).
If during the administration of the estate it appears more work is required than originally estimated, we will provide you with an updated estimate.
Any conveyancing fees for the sale of any property will be charged for separately.
Disbursements
Disbursements are costs payable to another organisation which are incurred by us as your agent. The following disbursements are likely to be incurred at the current cost:
- Certainty Will Search – £105 + VAT
- Probate Registry fee on Application – £526 plus £2 per copy
- Estatesearch Investigation of assets and liabilities – £195 + VAT
- Trustee Act Notices – London Gazette and Local Press – £180 – £300
- UK Bankruptcy Search fees – up to £10 per legatee/beneficiary
- Fees for settling oaths/documents in complex cases – variable
The above is the current estimated level of disbursements. The amount of any disbursement can increase from time to time if the cost to us increases.
For more information and contact details click here to see our team page.
Employment Tribunal
We provide a dedicated, specialist and dynamic employment law service predominantly focused on supporting businesses. Our team tailors the support and advice they offer on the specific needs and requirements of the individual client. Over the years we have developed strong, trusting, personal relationships with the businesses we work with and fully appreciate the commercial realities of what they do.
At Rogers & Norton, we understand that employment law can be a challenge for both businesses and individuals. That is why we aim to help in any way we can. We want to help you understand the law and keep you aware of the continuing changes to it, minimising risk and disruption.
We act for both employers and employees in matters such as unfair or wrongful dismissal claims in the Employment Tribunal.
An overview of our fees is below, however for more detailed information, please click on this link:
Below is an indication of the typical range of costs involved within the process of Employment Tribunals case such as unfair dismissal, wrongful dismissal or discrimination (including attendance at a Tribunal Hearing) for both employers and employees.
Fees are calculated by reference to an hourly rate of £235.00 + VAT (£282.00 inc. VAT)
- Simple case: between £5,875.00 – £8,225.00 + VAT (£7,050.00 – £9,870.00 inc. VAT)
- Medium complexity case: between £8,225.00 – £12,500 + VAT (£9,870.00 – £15,000 inc. VAT)
- High complexity case: between £12,500 – £25,000 + VAT (£15,000.00 – £30,000.00 inc. VAT)
The costs can often be lower than those stated above, for example if an early settlement is reached before the final hearing.
An initial estimate will be given at the outset as to fees and disbursements but this may vary depending on a number of factors such as the number of issues raised, complexity of the issues, number of witnesses required and amount of documentation to be disclosed.
All estimates are reviewed and the client advised in a timely manner if the estimate needs to be revised. For more information and to see our Employment Team click here.
Residential Conveyancing
Our highly regarded, specialist conveyancing team is here to help, guide, and support you through the conveyancing process to ensure the transaction is as stress-free as possible. With three Directors and a large team of experienced Conveyancers across both offices, we can offer a dedicated service to you.
Click on this link to see the team or request a quote.
We use an online quoting system to ensure consistent pricing with set fee scales. This system is also continually updated with the current Government Taxes and Land Registry costs. All of our Conveyancing Team are trained to use this quoting software.
An overview of our fees is below, however for more detailed information, please click on the relevant links:
Our Conveyancing fees:
| Sale Price – Freehold | Our Fees |
| £0 – £249,999.99 | £1050.00 + VAT |
| £250,000 – £349,999.99 | £1,150.00 + VAT |
| £350,000 – £449,999.00 | £1,250.00 + VAT |
| £450,000 – £549,999.99 | £1,350.00 + VAT |
| £550,000 – £649,999.99 | £1,450.00 + VAT |
| £650,000 – £749,999.99 | £1,550.00 + VAT |
| £750,000 – £849,999.99 | £1,650.00 + VAT |
| £850,000 – £1,000,000 | £1,750.00 + VAT |
| Over £1m – by quote | £2,000.00 (minimum) |
| Purchase Price – Freehold | Our Fees |
| £0 – £249,999.00 | £1,150.00 + VAT |
| £250,000 – £349,999.99 | £1,250.00 + VAT |
| £350,000 – £449,999.99 | £1,350.00 + VAT |
| £450,000 – £549,999.99 | £1,450.00 + VAT |
| £550,000 – £649,999.99 | £1,550.00 + VAT |
| £650,000 – £749,999.99 | £1,650.00 + VAT |
| £750,000 – £849,999.99 | £1,750.00 + VAT |
| £850,000 – £1,000,000 | £1,850.00 + VAT |
| Over £1m – by quote | £2,200.00 (minimum) |
| New Build Purchase Price – Freehold | Our Fees |
| £0 – £249,999.99 | £1,650.00 + VAT |
| £250,000 – £349,999.99 | £1,750.00 + VAT |
| £350,000 – £449,999.99 | £1,850.00 + VAT |
| £450,000 – £549,999.99 | £1,950.00 + VAT |
| £550,000 – £649,999.99 | £2,050.00 + VAT |
| £650,000 – £749,999.99 | £2,150.00 + VAT |
| £750,000 – £849,999.99 | £2,250.00 +VAT |
| £850,000 – £999,999.99 | £2,350.00 + VAT |
| Over £1m – By quote | £2,700.00 (minimum) |
| Remortgage – Freehold | Our Fees |
| £0 – £500,000 | £650.00 + VAT |
| £500,001 – £750,000 | £750.00 + VAT |
| £750,001 + | £1,000 + VAT (minimum) |
| Equity Release | Our fees + £300 + VAT |
Extras
- Transfer of Equity (only) – £650.00 +VAT
- Transfer of Equity with Mortgage – £650 + £300.00 +VAT
- Remortgage (Leasehold) – £500.00 +VAT
- Leasehold Purchase – £500.00 +VAT
- Leasehold Sale – £500.00 +VAT
- Freehold Management Company (Purchase) – £500.00 +VAT
- Freehold Management Company (Sale) – £250.00
- Stat Dec’s – £150 + VAT minimum
- Help to Buy ISA – £50 per person
- Help to Buy Loan (Purchase) – £350.00
- Help to Buy Loan (Sale) – £250.00
- Help to Buy redemption (standalone – not part of sale process) – £400 +VAT
- Equity Release Purchase – Fee + £500.00
- Leasehold Extensions – £2,000 +VAT
- Equity Release (Leasehold) – £1,150 +VAT
- First Registration – £550.00 (minimum)
- Right to Buy – Purchase – £850 +VAT
- Legal work relating Gifted Deposit – £100
In addition to our fees set out above, the following disbursements will be required. These are costs related to your matter that are payable to third parties, such as Searches and Land Registry fees.
| Searches | |
| Local Searches: | £300.00 (approx) |
| Land Registry Search: | £3.00 |
| Bankruptcy (per name): | £2.00 |
| Telegraphic Transfer: | £38.40 (inclusive of VAT) |
| Land Registry Scale | Registered | Unregistered Land |
| £0 – £80,000 | £20.00 | £40.00 |
| £80,001 – £100,000 | £40.00 | £80.00 |
| £100,001 – £200,000 | £95.00 | £190.00 |
| £200,001 – £500,000 | £135.00 | £270.00 |
| £500,001 – £1,000,000 | £270.00 | £540.00 |
If a mortgage is required there may also be a Lenders Administration Portal Charge of £10.00 + VAT (depending on the Lender).
In addition to the above disbursements, Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) is payable on a transaction at the appropriate rate in force at the time of completion. This depends on the purchase price of your property. You can calculate the amount to be paid using the information below or by using the Stamp Duty Calculator by clicking here.
| Band | Single Property | Additional Property | 1st Time Buyer |
| £0 – £250,000 | 0% | 3% | £0-£625k |
| £250,000 – £925,000 | 5% | 8% | |
| £925,000 – £1,500,000 | 10% | 13% | |
| £1,500,000 + | 12% | 15% |
Licensing Costs Estimates
We have a wealth of experience relevant to the leisure and licensing sector, and have acted for many hotels and restaurants, locally and nationally. The firm also has longstanding relationships with breweries and golf clubs.
We are able to offer fixed fees for dealing with most applications or can advise clients who wish to make applications themselves.
An overview of our fees is below, however for more detailed information, please click on this link:
All times are approximate depending upon the circumstances of the matter.
All costs are subject to VAT.
We have set out below our range of fees, and are based on our hourly rate of £300.00 + VAT per hour (£300.00 Inc. VAT)
- Personal Licence Application – up to 1 hour – £300 + VAT (£360.00 inc. VAT)
- Premises Licence Application without hearing – 3-4 hours: £900.00 – £1200.00 + VAT (£1080.00 – £1,440.00 inc. VAT)
- Premises Licence Application with hearing – 5- 10 hours: £1,500.00 – £3,000.00 + VAT (£1,800.00 – £3,600.00 inc. VAT)
- Application to vary premises licence without hearing – 2-3 hours: £600.00 – £900 + VAT (£720.00 – £1080.00 inc. VAT)
- Application to vary premises licence with hearing 4-8 hours: £1,200.00 – £2,400.00 + VAT (£1,440.00 – £2,880.00 inc. VAT)
- Minor variation of premises licence – 1-2 hours: £300.00 – £600.00 + VAT (£360.00 – £720.00 inc. VAT)
- Transfer of Premises Licence – up to 1 hour: – £300 + VAT (£360.00 inc. VAT)
- Application to vary to specify new DPS – up to 1 hour: – £300 + VAT (£360.00 inc. VAT)
- Interim Authority application – 2-4 hours: £600.00 – £1,200.00 + VAT (£720.00 – £1,440.00 inc. VAT)
In addition to professional fees associated with the application, you should bear in mind that there is also an application fee payable to the Council which is not included in the figures above. This varies according to rateable value. An Example of the current rates are below. Final costs can be obtained by the relevant local council.
For more information on Licencing and to see the team click here.
Landlord and Tenant Disputes and Litigation
Whether you are a landlord or a tenant, we have the knowledge and experience to support you if you are involved in a legal dispute.
Here at Rogers & Norton, our specialist Landlord & Tenant Disputes and Litigation team are able to advise you on all issues and matters relating to disputes between landlords and tenants.
A basic landlord and tenant repossession case based on rent arrears, on an hourly rate of £200 + VAT:
Reviewing documents, lease etc and providing initial advice: £400 + VAT
Drafting a notice for tenant to vacate and serving the notice on the tenant: £250 + VAT
Preparing claim form, particulars of claim and rent schedule: £300 + VAT
Court fee: £355
Preparing witness statement for court hearing: £400 + VAT
Preparing for and attending court hearing: £400 + VAT
These costs do not include correspondence with client and third parties, such as the court or the tenant, which will be charged on the basis of the standard hourly rate.
For more information and to see our team page click here.