Price Transparency

The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), under the SRA Transparency Rules, requires all authorised firms to publish mandatory pricing information in relation to certain types of legal services. This page provides clear and transparent pricing information for services offered by A-Z Law Solicitors, helping you make an informed decision before instructing us.

The services covered by the Transparency Rules that we provide are:

Residential Conveyancing (purchase and sale)
Immigration (excluding asylum matters)
Probate (uncontested)
Employment Tribunals (unfair dismissal and/or wrongful dismissal)

1. Immigration

We charge fees based on hourly rates. Our fees for immigration matters will depend on the nature and complexity of your application. The indicative fee ranges below provide an initial guide.

Fee Ranges

Service	Fee (excl. VAT)	VAT (20%)	Estimated Total
Initial Application (e.g. leave to remain, entry clearance)	£1,000 – £1,500	£200 – £300	£1,200 – £1,800
Settlement or Citizenship Application	£700 – £900	£140 – £180	£840 – £1,080

The exact cost of an application will depend on the specific circumstances of your case, including:

The amount of supporting evidence available and required
Whether the application is straightforward or more complex
Whether you are applying with dependants

Please note: the fees above are estimates based on the information available at the time of instruction. All applications are likely to vary and we can provide a more accurate estimate once we have full details of your case.

Disbursements

Disbursements are costs related to your matter that are payable to third parties. We handle disbursement payments on your behalf to ensure a smooth process. These can include (but are not limited to):

Interpreter and/or translation fees – costs vary depending on the extent of interpretation required and the complexity of your case
Independent expert report fees – we will advise you as soon as possible if we consider an expert report is necessary
Mileage and travel expenses – if we are required to attend your biometric enrolment appointment, travel costs will be added as disbursements

Costs Not Included

Home Office application fees and the Immigration Healthcare Surcharge, which you pay directly to the Home Office as part of the application process
Advice and assistance in relation to any appeal where the Home Office refuses your application
Any additional work required beyond the scope of the initial instruction

Key Tasks Covered by Our Fee

Assessing whether the application is for entry clearance, leave to remain, or indefinite leave to remain
Discussing your case and assessing your eligibility under the applicable Immigration Rules
Liaising with you and any other advisers in relation to pre-application documentation
Advising on the process and documentation required, along with the strategy for demonstrating that you meet the relevant requirements
Preparing, completing, and submitting your online application forms and reviewing all supporting documents
Providing detailed instructions for your biometric appointment, including any cover letter required
Advising you clearly on what is required if a Home Office interview is necessary
Advising you on the outcome of the application and any further steps you need to take

Timescale

We will normally be able to submit your application within three weeks of receiving your full instructions. We will notify you promptly if we anticipate any delay. We cannot guarantee how long the Home Office will take to process your application, as this is outside our control.

Supervision: The work in this area is supervised by Mr. Muhammad Ziaullah Khan and Ms. Aamenah Khan, Directors. Details of the lawyers who handle this work can be found on the Our People page.

2. Probate (Uncontested)

The information on this page is intended as an initial guide. The precise stages involved may vary depending on the circumstances, but we will typically assist executors or administrators to obtain a Grant of Probate or Grant of Letters of Administration and then distribute assets in accordance with the Will or the Rules of Intestacy. Please note: VAT is charged at the current standard rate of 20% on all our fees.

Typical Process

Collating and gathering all information about the deceased’s financial affairs
Obtaining valuations of assets and liabilities in the estate as at the date of death
Completing any necessary Inheritance Tax return to HMRC
Completing the application for a Grant and submitting it to the Probate Registry
Following receipt of the Grant: collecting in all assets, paying liabilities, and distributing the balance to beneficiaries

Fee Ranges

Our hourly rates typically range from £80 to £250 (excluding VAT) depending on the complexity of the matter and the level of experience required. Estimated total costs by matter type are as follows:

Matter Type	Fee (excl. VAT)	VAT (20%)	Estimated Total
Straightforward Grant of Representation only (fixed fee)	From £500	From £100	From £600
Grant and transfer of property	£1,000 + court fee + Land Registry fees	Variable	£1,200+
Medium complexity: full estate administration	£2,000 – £6,000	£400 – £1,200	£2,400 – £7,200
High complexity: full estate administration	£6,000 – £10,000	£1,200 – £2,000	£7,200 – £12,000

Factors That May Increase Complexity and Cost

Where we are appointed as executors or given power of attorney to deal with the estate
Substantive collection of paperwork, investigation at the deceased’s property, or large volumes of documentation
Completing Inheritance Tax accounts for submission and arranging payment of any tax due to HMRC
Dealing with utility bills, substantive liabilities, or placing a Section 27 notice to creditor advertisement
Defending any claims brought against the estate
A large number of beneficiaries requiring increased compliance for identification and payment

Disbursements

Disbursements are costs related to your matter that are payable to third parties, such as the Probate Registry. We handle these payments on your behalf. Typical disbursements include:

Disbursement	Cost	VAT	Total
Probate Registry fee	£155 + £1.50 per copy of the Grant	None	£155+
Bankruptcy search (per person)	£2.00	None	£2.00
Land Registry office copy entries	£3.00	None	£3.00
Section 27 creditor notice advertisement	Variable by provider	None	Variable

Timescale

A standard probate matter typically takes 4 to 6 months from instruction to completion. More complex cases – for example those involving disputed assets, tax investigations, or large numbers of beneficiaries – can take considerably longer, in some cases up to 3 years. The work in this area is supervised by Mr. Muhammad Ziaullah Khan and Ms. Aamenah Khan, Directors. Details of the lawyers who handle this work can be found on the Our People page. Please note that VAT is charged at the standard rate of 20%.

3. Employment Tribunals (Unfair Dismissal / Wrongful Dismissal)

The costs outlined below relate to us defending an employment tribunal claim brought against your business for unfair dismissal and/or wrongful dismissal. Our hourly rates range from £125 to £300 per hour (plus VAT at 20%), depending on the experience level of the fee earner handling your matter.

Estimated Total Costs by Complexity

Complexity	Fee (excl. VAT)	VAT (20%)	Estimated Total
Simple claim (receipt to final contested hearing)	£15,000 – £25,000	£3,000 – £5,000	£18,000 – £30,000
Medium complexity claim	£25,000 – £50,000	£5,000 – £10,000	£30,000 – £60,000
High complexity claim	£50,000 – £100,000+	£10,000 – £20,000+	£60,000 – £120,000+

There will be additional charges for attending a Tribunal Hearing of £1,000 to £2,000 per day (plus VAT at 20%).

Factors That Influence Complexity

Making or defending applications prior to final hearing
Defending a claim brought by a litigant in person
Making or defending a costs application
Complex preliminary issues or hearings
Number of witnesses and volume of documentation
Allegations of discrimination or whistleblowing linked to the dismissal (note: the costs above relate to unfair and wrongful dismissal claims only – additional costs will apply to discrimination claims)
Any appeals to the Employment Appeal Tribunal

Disbursements

Disbursements are costs payable to third parties, such as barrister’s (counsel’s) fees. We handle disbursement payments on your behalf. Barrister fees vary depending on seniority:

Barrister Fee	Cost (excl. VAT)	VAT (20%)	Estimated Total
Representation at Final Hearing (per day)	£1,500 – £3,000	£300 – £600	£1,800 – £3,600
Preparation for Final Hearing (per day)	£1,500 – £3,000	£300 – £600	£1,800 – £3,600

Key Tasks Covered by Our Fee

Taking your initial instructions, reviewing the papers, and advising on merits and likely compensation (this is subject to review as the matter develops)
Entering into ACAS pre-claim early conciliation where mandatory, to explore settlement options
Preparing the claim or response
Reviewing and advising on the other party’s claim or response
Exploring and negotiating settlement throughout the process
Preparing or reviewing a schedule of loss
Preparing for and attending any Preliminary Hearing
Exchanging documents and agreeing a bundle
Taking, drafting, and agreeing witness statements
Preparing the final bundle of documents
Reviewing and advising on the other party’s witness statements
Agreeing a list of issues, chronology, and cast list
Preparation for and attendance at the Final Hearing, including instructing Counsel if required

Timescale

If a settlement is reached during pre-claim ACAS early conciliation, your case is likely to be resolved within 4 to 12 weeks, depending on when you instruct us. If the matter proceeds to a Final Hearing, the process typically takes 9 to 12 months. These are estimates only, and we will provide a more accurate timescale as the matter progresses.

The work in this area is supervised by Mr. Muhammad Ziaullah Khan and Ms. Aamenah Khan, Directors. Details of the lawyers who handle this work can be found on the Our People page.

4. Residential Conveyancing – Purchase

Our fees cover all legal work required to complete the purchase of your property, including registration at HM Land Registry and payment of Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) on your behalf.

Freehold Residential Property

Description	Amount (excl. VAT)	VAT (20%)	Subtotal
Legal Fees	From £1,600.00	From £320.00	From £1,920.00
Acting on behalf of Mortgage Lender (if applicable)	From £350.00	From £70.00	From £420.00
Stamp Duty Land Tax Form Completion Fee	£100.00	£20.00	£120.00
Estimated Total			From £2,460.00

Leasehold Residential Property

Description	Amount (excl. VAT)	VAT (20%)	Subtotal
Legal Fees (including Leasehold Supplement)	From £1,600.00 + £350.00 leasehold supplement	From £390.00	From £2,340.00
Acting on behalf of Mortgage Lender (if applicable)	£150.00	£30.00	£180.00
Stamp Duty Land Tax Form Completion Fee	£100.00	£20.00	£120.00
Estimated Total			From £2,640.00

Disbursements

Disbursements are costs related to your matter that are payable to third parties, such as HM Land Registry fees and property search fees. Which disbursements are payable will depend on your matter type and property location.

Disbursement	Amount	VAT	Subtotal
Property Search Fees (Local Authority, Water & Drainage, Environmental and Planning)	£150.00 – £350.00	None	£150.00 – £350.00
HM Land Registry Priority Search	£3.00	None	£3.00
Bankruptcy Search (per name)	£2.00	None	£2.00
HM Land Registry Search Fee	£3.00	None	£3.00
Seller’s Solicitors Check	£10.00	£2.00	£12.00
Telegraphic Transfer Fee (per transfer)	£25.00	None	£25.00

Additional Disbursements for Leasehold Properties

For leasehold properties, there may be additional fees payable to the freeholder, management company, and/or managing agents.

Notice of Transfer fee
Notice of Charge fee (if the property is to be mortgaged)
Deed of Covenant fee
Certificate of Compliance fee

These fees are typically between £50 and £150 per item. You will not always be charged for all items listed. We will confirm the relevant costs as soon as we receive information from the relevant parties. You should also be aware that ground rent and service charges are likely to apply throughout your ownership of the property.

Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) and Land Registry Registration Fees

Stamp Duty Land Tax is payable on the purchase of land and property. The amount depends on factors including the purchase price, whether you are a first-time buyer, and whether you own other properties. Land Registry registration fees also depend on the purchase price of your property.

The work in this area is supervised by Mr. Muhammad Ziaullah Khan and Ms. Aamenah Khan, Directors. Details of the lawyers who handle this work can be found on the Our People page.

5. Residential Conveyancing – Sale

Our fees cover all legal work required to complete the sale of your freehold or leasehold property. The estimated fees below are reviewed and updated on a regular basis.

Fee Breakdown

Description	Amount (excl. VAT)	VAT (20%)	Subtotal
Legal Fees	£500.00 – £1,500.00	£100.00 – £300.00	£600.00 – £1,800.00
Land Registry Official Copies	£12.00	None	£12.00
Telegraphic Transfer Fee (per transfer)	£25.00	None	£25.00
Buyer’s Solicitors Check	£10.00	£2.00	£12.00
Estimated Total			£1,286.00 – £1,849.00

The work in this area is supervised by Mr. Muhammad Ziaullah Khan and Ms. Aamenah Khan, Directors. Details of the lawyers who handle this work can be found on the Our People page.

6. Drafting & Execution of Wills

We also provide Will drafting and related services. The prices below provide a guide to our fees for straightforward Will instructions.

Simple Will

Description	Amount (excl. VAT)	VAT (20%)	Subtotal
Simple Will – Drafting and Execution	From £395.00	£79.00	From £474.00

If a medical report needs to be obtained, or if the Will involves Inheritance Tax planning, our standard hourly charge rate will apply. We will advise you of the likely costs before proceeding.

Codicil (Amendment to an Existing Will)

Description	Amount (excl. VAT)	VAT (20%)	Subtotal
Codicil – Drafting and Execution	From £225.00	£45.00	From £270.00

7. Debt Recovery (up to £100,000)

The likely cost of debt recovery work depends on how the debt is to be recovered and whether the debt is disputed. The fee estimates below are for undisputed debt claims only. We generally do not accept claims for debts below the small claims limit (£10,000). We have a minimum charge of £300 plus VAT. Please note: VAT is charged at the current standard rate of 20%. For all work done on hourly rates, we provide a full scope cost estimate at the start of our engagement and keep you updated throughout.

Pre-Issue Costs

Service	Fee (excl. VAT)	VAT (20%)	Estimated Total
Solicitor’s letter only	£300	£60	£360
Letter of claim	£700	£140	£840
Full pre-action protocol	£1,400	£280	£1,680

Issuing a Claim and Obtaining Default Judgment

Debt Value	Fee (excl. VAT)	VAT (20%)	Estimated Total
£10,000 – £25,000	£3,000	£600	£3,600
£25,001 – £50,000	£6,000	£1,200	£7,200
£50,001 – £100,000	£10,000	£2,000	£12,000

The fees above include: taking instructions and reviewing documentation; obtaining judgment in default and requesting payment; and receiving and remitting payments to you. Court fees are additional disbursements. Information relating to court fees is available from HMRC Form EX50.

Costs Recovery

For claims under £100,000, these are likely to be subject to the ‘fixed costs’ regime. Even if you succeed, you will only recover a fixed sum of costs from your opponent. There is therefore likely to be a shortfall between what you pay us and what you recover. Conversely, if you lose, you would normally only be liable to pay a fixed amount of your opponent’s costs.

Timescale

Undisputed debt collection can normally be concluded within 12 to 16 weeks. However, this depends on whether it is necessary to issue a claim, the other party’s response, and whether enforcement action is needed. Timescales are always subject to court timescales which are outside our control. The work in this area is supervised by Mr. Muhammad Ziaullah Khan and Ms. Aamenah Khan, Directors. Details of the lawyers who handle this work can be found on the Our People page.

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