Got a blended family? A business? A holiday home in Spain? Then you might need a fully bespoke will from a private client solicitor. Prices here start at £400 and can easily hit £1,000+. But you get what you pay for: tax planning, trust advice, and someone to hold your hand through the “who gets the jewellery” drama.
This is also where you’d pay for a lasting power of attorney alongside your will—which is like buying the extended warranty for your estate. It’s extra, but life gets awkward without it. Imagine your family having to beg a court to manage your bills if you lose mental capacity. No thanks.
And listen, if you have kids under 18, you absolutely need to name guardians in your will. That’s non-negotiable. Cost? Still part of the package. Your children are worth the price of a nice handbag, aren’t they?
