How much does a solicitor charge for an LPA?
Guidance from Estate Advisory Group
Commonly £300 to £1,000 per LPA, plus the £92 registration fee. Quotes vary enormously, and what is included varies more.
The typical range
| Scenario | Typical total |
|---|---|
| One LPA via a high street solicitor | £300–£650 + £92 |
| Both LPAs, one person | £500–£1,200 + £184 |
| Couple, both LPAs each (four documents) | £900–£2,000+ + £368 |
| LPAs Online, both LPAs | £79 + £184 |
These are observed market ranges rather than quoted prices; always get the figure in writing from the firm.
Questions to ask before instructing
- Is that per LPA or for both types?
- Is VAT included?
- Does it include acting as certificate provider, and being present at signing?
- Does it include submitting the registration and dealing with OPG queries?
- Are certified copies included, and how many?
Is it worth it?
For contested families, doubtful capacity, business assets or trusts — yes, and we say so plainly. For a person with clear capacity and ordinary UK finances, most of the fee is buying form completion. That is the space our £49 service occupies. Full comparison: solicitor, GOV.UK or online.
Common questions
Are cheap 'will writer' LPAs the same as solicitors?
No. Will writers are not necessarily regulated, so check what protection you actually get before paying solicitor-level prices.
Do solicitors get LPAs registered faster?
No. The OPG's statutory waiting period and processing time apply to everyone equally.
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Published by Estate Advisory Group