Why don’t you charge percentage-based fees for probate?

In NSW we are not permitted to charge fees based on a percentage of the value of the estate. For the initial stages of an estate administration the Court regulates what we may charge. For work carried out beyond the initial stage we are only permitted to charge a fair and reasonable fee. What is fair and reasonable varies depending on the complexity of the estate and any issues that may arise. This is why we believe in transparent pricing. We will discuss our fees with you during your consultation and reach an agreement with you about them. This ensures you pay for the work actually performed and there are no surprises.