Solicitors · London · Since 1962
Counsel that
holds its nerve
A twelve-partner firm advising founders, families and funds on the decisions that do not come round twice — transactions, property, succession and disputes.
Partner-led
The partner you meet is the partner who runs your matter. No handing down.
Clear on cost
A written estimate before we open a file, and a call before it changes.
Plain English
Advice you can act on without a second translation.
The practice
Sixty years on the same street, arguing rather better
We act for owner-managed businesses through sale and succession, for landowners and developers, and for private clients whose affairs cross borders. Where a matter turns contentious we litigate it ourselves.
Senior partners Katherine Vale and Daniel Osei-Harrow lead the corporate and disputes teams.
Fees
Indicative fee schedule
Corporate
Company formation
Incorporation, articles, share classes
£950
Shareholders' agreement
Drafted and negotiated
£2,400
Share sale or purchase
From, deal under £5m
£18,000
Commercial contract review
Per agreement, hourly thereafter
£750
Property
Residential purchase
Freehold to £1m, excl. SDLT
£2,100
Leasehold sale
Including management pack review
£2,600
Commercial lease
Landlord or tenant, per lease
£3,400
Development site report
Title and planning review
£4,800
Private client
Single will
Including one meeting
£600
Mirror wills
Couples, drafted together
£950
Lasting power of attorney
Per instrument, excl. OPG fee
£550
Estate administration
Percentage of estate value
1.5%
Disputes
Initial merits opinion
Written, within five working days
£1,200
Letter before action
Drafted and issued
£850
Mediation, one day
Preparation and attendance
£5,500
Partner hourly rate
Associates from £260
£475
Figures exclude VAT and disbursements · Written estimate before we open a file
Office hours
First conversation is thirty minutes, without charge and without obligation.
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