Price transparency
Conveyancing (residential)
Paul Robinson Solicitors LLP do not pay referral fees or charge hidden extras.
We provide a dedicated fee earner to every property client. On a standard conveyancing transaction our costs will typically be in the region of £1,200 to £1,900 plus VAT and disbursements.
Our charges are based on the time spent on the matter but as we specialise in residential property work we are normally able to provide a fixed estimate.
Contact us today to instruct and we will provide you with a fixed estimate tailored to your particular transaction safe in the knowledge we do not pay referral fees and are an independent leading firm committed to providing a first class service.
The cost of disbursements is always estimated as third parties such as search providers and HM Land Registry do from time to time increase their fees. We will always endeavour to provide the client with clear information as to the cost of disbursements, but there might be instances where those costs increase, which is outside our control.
Probate (uncontested)
Dependant on how involved you wish our private client department to be in the administration of the estate we typically charge between £1,000 – £1,750 plus VAT and disbursements for an application for a Grant of Probate or Letters of Administration only. If you wish Paul Robinson Solicitors LLP to deal with the whole of the estate administration then we will be able to provide you with a competitive quote once we have the facts of your case.
Hourly rates
Lee Hibell – Solicitor of the Courts of England and Wales – admitted October 2006 – £305 + VAT
Caroline Cole – Solicitor of the Courts of England Wales – admitted 2009 – £305 +VAT
Jonathan Saunders – Solicitor of the Courts of England and Wales – admitted September 2013 -£305 + VAT (London £345 + VAT)
Victoria Messent – Solicitor of the Courts of England and Wales – admitted January 2016 – £275 + VAT
Carley Webb – Solicitor of the Courts of England and Wales – admitted August 2019 – £275 + VAT
Elizabeth Hall – Solicitor of the Courts of England and Wales – admitted November 2023 – £200 + VAT
Josefine Londahl – Solicitor of the Courts of England and Wales – £240 + VAT
Megan Pittard – Solicitor of the Courts of England and Wales – £240 + VAT
Motoring Offences (summary offences)
We offer an initial consultation which is in the region of £250-£300 plus vat. There are so many offences covered under this heading it would be difficult to specify the cost for each and every case. They also depend whether you are pleading guilty or not guilty.
An exceptional hardship hearing is approximately £1200 plus vat depending on the location of the hearing and the complexity of the case. A trial will depend on whether experts are required to challenge drink driving evidence, or drug driving and we will tell you how much those disbursements are at the start of the case. The cost of a Magistrates Court Trial will start at £2200 plus vat, but will depend on a number of factors including trial length, complexity and location.
The cost of a first hearing date is between £650 plus vat and £900 plus vat depending on the complexity of the case and the location.
The cost of a Crown Court trial will vary depending on the complexity, volume of paperwork, level of experience of the Barrister, trial length and location.
We will always discuss the fees with you at the start of the case.
Hourly rates
Michelle Breindel – Solicitor of the Courts of England and Wales – admitted July 1998 £280 + VAT
Emma Grewock – Solicitor of the Courts of England and Wales – admitted September 2009 – £280 + VAT
Seth Collins – Solicitor of the Courts of England and Wales – admitted December 2008 – £280 + VAT
Angelina Nurse – Barrister at Law – admitted September 2024 – £250 + VAT
Amber Hedges – Solicitor of the Courts of England and Wales – £220 + VAT
Shauna Newley – Solicitor of the Courts of England and Wales – £220 + VAT
Lisa Platt – Solicitor of the Courts of England and Wales – £220 + VAT
Trainee Solicitors will also assist under the supervision of Michelle Breindel, Emma Grewock and Seth Collins.
Employment tribunals (unfair/wrongful dismissal)
Typically the costs on any matter would be in the region of £1,500 plus VAT and costs are charged on a time spent basis. If the matter went to a Final Hearing costs could be in the region of £10,000 plus VAT plus Disbursements
Likely disbursements, and their costs
Counsels Fees – dependant on seniority of Counsel
Key stages and typical timescales of these
**Stages may vary dependant on complexity of case and timeline may vary according to Tribunal availability **
Issue Claim
Response (4 weeks)
Preliminary Hearing for Case Management if applicable (approximately 6 months from issue of Claim – all other stages would be delayed should a Preliminary Hearing be listed)
Claimant’s information of remedy seeking (approximately 4 weeks from issue of Claim)
List of Documents (approximately 6 weeks from issue of Claim)
Bundle (approximately 8 weeks from issue of Claim)
Witness Statements (approximately 10 weeks from issue of Claim)
Statement of Issues (approximately 5 months from issue of Claim)
Hearing (approximately 6 months from issue of Claim)
Hourly rates
Fiona Colwell – Solicitor of the Courts of England and Wales – admitted June 2001 – £350 + VAT
Debt Recovery
The range of costs will depend on the amount in dispute and complexity. As an indication costs are expected to be in the region of:
Small Claims (damages up to £10,000) – £5,000 to £10,000 plus vat and disbursements
Fast Track (damages from £10,001 to £25,000) – £10,000 to £17,500 plus vat and disbursements
Intermediate Track (damages from £25,001 to £100,000 and some less complex non-money claims) – £20,500.00 to £45,000 plus vat and disbursements
Multi Track (damages from £100,001 upwards and all other non-money claims) – £25,000 to £55,000 plus vat and disbursements
The level of costs does depend at what stage the proceedings conclude, with those achieving settlement prior to the issue of proceedings being towards the lower end of the scale, and those concluding at trial being towards the upper end of the scale. The costs provide for mediation which can result in early resolution. For more complex and higher value cases the costs can be more, however we keep you informed as to the costs position and would aim to achieve the right result for you before costs reach those levels, if at all possible. We set out below indicative costs of the various elements involved.
Likely disbursements
Counsel’s Fees – dependant on seniority of Counsel
Expert reports – fees depend on seniority of expert, nature of expert and the level of reporting required
Mediators Fees – we always recommend mediation and therefore such costs should be budgeted for. A good mediator will cost £1,500.00 plus vat for a one day mediation.
Key stages and typical timescales of these
**Stages may vary dependant on complexity of case and timeline may vary according to Court service availability **
Pre Action Protocol steps – up to 3 months for letter of claim and letter of response
Issue Claim
Defence (4 weeks)
Reply to Defence (2 weeks)
Directions Questionnaires (4 weeks)
Costs Budgets (6 weeks)
Costs and Case Management Conference (approx. 4 – 6 months after issue of claim)
Disclosure (4 weeks)
Reply to Disclosure (2 weeks)
Expert Reports and discussions (4 weeks)
Witness Statements (4 weeks)
Hearing (approximately 12 – 18 months from issue of Claim depending on court timetable and whether mediation is used)
Mediation (this can occur at any time during the dispute process and on more than one occasion if an initial mediation fails)
Hourly Rates
Fiona Colwell – Solicitor of the Courts of England and Wales – admitted June 2001 – £350 to £430 + VAT
Lorraine Lancaster – Solicitor of the Courts of England and Wales – admitted September 2006 – £330 to £410 + VAT
Jennifer Whitwam – Solicitor of the Courts of England and Wales – admitted August 1999 – £300 to £380 + VAT
Hansel Ariburun – Solicitor of the Courts of England and Wales – admitted February 2019 – £300 to £380 + VAT
Ceri Giordmaina – Solicitor of the Courts of England and Wales – admitted February 2023– £240 to £320 + VAT
Emily Gammer – Solicitor of the Courts of England and Wales – admitted August 2023 – £240 to £320 + VAT
Zack Earl – Solicitor of the Courts of England and Wales – admitted February 2025 – £220 to £300 + VAT
Trainee Solicitors will also assist under the supervision of our fee earners at a rate of £180 to £260 + VAT
Licensing applications (business premises)
The costs of applying for a new premises licence or to vary a premises licence can vary depending upon the particular needs of the establishment in question. For that reason, we cannot provide a fixed fee for such work. It will be appreciated that the variety of establishments can differ massively in respect of the type and size of premises, what licensable activities will be taking place, whether it is located in a residential area, whether a large public event and so on. We set out below a range of potential costs but will be able to tailor them more to your specific enquiry once we understand your requirements:
Simple application: £1,500 – £5,000 + VAT and disbursements (based on 5 – 18 hours at £270 + VAT per hour)
Medium complexity: £3,000 – £7, 000 + VAT and disbursements (based on 11 – 25 hours at £270 + VAT per hour)
High complexity: £5,000 – £15,000 + VAT and disbursements (based on 18 – 55 hours at £270 + VAT per hour) – this could include an appeal to the Licensing department with a full hearing.
The prices above cover such matters as:
- Taking your instructions;
- Advising you on the promotion of the licensing objectives within your application;
- Advising on the type of plans required;
- Completing and submitting the application to the local authority and all other responsible authorities;
- Making arrangements for the advertising of the application; and
- Dealing with objections from local residents.
The disbursements involved may include Counsel’s fees for the more complex cases (particularly if there is an appeal process instigated) and also the various Licensing Department fees will be payable and can be found on your local council website, together with the costs of advertising the licence application in the local newspapers.
Hourly rates
Fiona Colwell – Solicitor of the Courts of England and Wales – admitted June 2001 – £350 + VAT
Trainee Solicitors will also assist under the supervision of Fiona Colwell
Possession Proceedings
| Stage | Legal Fees | Disbursement | Vat | Total |
| Review of Documentation and advice on available options | £300.00 | – | £60.00 | £360.00 |
| Preparation and Service of Section 21 Notice | £300.00 | £7.00 | £60.00 | £360.00 |
| Section 21 Possession Proceedings (no hearing) | £950.00 | £404.00 | £190.00 | £1,544.00 |
| Preparation and Service of Section 8 Notice | £300.00 | £7.00 | £60.00 | £360.00 |
| Preparation and Service of Section 8 Proceedings | £1,350.00 | £404.00 | £270.00 | £2,024.00 |
| Preparation for hearing of possession claim (initial hearing only) | £400.00 | £400.00 (approx)* | £160.00 | £960.00 |
| Preparation for and/or attendance at hearing (Application to Suspend only) | £250.00 | £400.00 (approx)* | £130.00 | £780.00 |
| Preparation of witness statement if required | £400.00 | £80.00 | £480.00 | |
| Application For Warrant of Possession | £400.00 | £148.00 | £80.00 | £628.00 |
*The disbursement represents fees for an advocate or solicitor to attend the hearing and is an estimate of the disbursement to be incurred only. The disbursement could be subject to change dependant on court location or hearing length.
Should either set of possession proceedings be allocated to track or should either claim be listed for a further hearing beyond the initial hearing of the claim, additional charges will apply and may be charged at the applicable hourly rate of the allocated fee earner from time to time. Please contact [email protected] for further information.
