
FAQs
It’s likely you’ll be able to find the answer in our FAQs which cover all of our services. You can filter questions by service area or search for a relevant word or phrase.
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Wills and Probate | Will Writing Services
When should I make a will?
As soon as you are aged over 18 years old. If you only have £1 in your bank account, you can still leave this money to your chosen beneficiary.
Wills and Probate | Challenging a Will
I want to challenge a will, do I need a solicitor?
It is a very sensible idea to speak with a solicitor about the process of challenging a will. We can fully inform you about how the law operates and we can assess the strength of your claim.
Wills and Probate | Will Writing Services
I need a will, how much will it cost?
Our prices start at £350 + VAT for a single will and £600 + VAT for a mirror will.
Business Debt Recovery
Can I recover all of my legal fees back from the debtor?
Whilst all court fees are added to the debt, the solicitor’s recoverable costs are fixed by the court and in some instances, do not fully cover the costs involved. However, in most cases the interest claimed in the proceedings makes up for any shortfall.
Business Debt Recovery
Can I claim compensation on the debt?
Compensation and interest can be claimed in commercial contracts pursuant to the Late Payment of Commercial Debts (Interest) Act 1998 as long as your terms of contact do not specify alternative rates. Please click here for further details.
Business Debt Recovery
Can I claim interest on the debt?
Yes! If your terms contain a clause in relation to interest, or interest can be claimed under the court rules. Please click here for further details. Country Courts Acts 1984.
Business Debt Recovery
How long will it take to get my money back off a debtor?
There is no telling what stage of the debt recovery process will produce a positive outcome. Many pay following the issue of our seven-day letter but it is sometimes necessary to take the action as far as enforcement. Our aim is to get from one step to the other in the shortest amount of time, whilst maintaining pressure on the debtor to settle sooner rather than later. Please click here for details of the debt recovery flowchart.
Business Debt Recovery
How much will it cost to recover a debt?
Our costs are fixed on a stage by stage basis (letter, issue, judgment etc.) Please click here to see details of our costs and those of 3rd parties (court etc.) involved in recovering your debt.