The prices below indicate the average price you can expect to pay for a standard will. Please contact us any time to discuss your requirements and scope out a more accurate fee for your specific circumstances.
All Will instructions require a retainer payment at the time of engagement.
*All price exclude GST and disbursements.
**Terms and conditions apply.
| Service | Standard Price |
|---|---|
| Simple wills – ranging from leaving everything to one person to inclusion of specific gifts, life interests, trustee appointment, multiple beneficiaries, appointment of guardians, funeral instructions. | $600 |
| Complex Will – including simple will instructions (as above) with add ons for business interests, share purchase options, charitable bequests, lengthy or complicated instructions, relationship property considerations. Fee is based on time spent. | $1,200 |
| Estate planning session and advice | $400 per hour |
| Memorandum of Guidance to the trustees of your family trust | See Trusts |
| Advance medical directive / living will | See EPOAs |
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