London regional pricing
How Much Does a Solicitor Cost in London?
Updated prices for . London prices are typically 24% above the national average.
Price summary
London Price Summary
| Service | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conveyancing (Buying) | £995 | £1,740 | £2,735 |
| Conveyancing (Selling) | £620 | £1,055 | £1,615 |
| Divorce (Uncontested) | £620 | £1,865 | £3,110 |
Prices include labour and materials. VAT may apply. Based on London regional pricing.
Full pricing
All Solicitor Prices in London
Every price adjusted for London using a 1.243x cost multiplier, rounded to the nearest £5.
| Job | Low | Average | High | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conveyancing (Buying) | £995 | £1,740 | £2,735 | 8-12 weeks |
| Conveyancing (Selling) | £620 | £1,055 | £1,615 | 8-12 weeks |
| Divorce (Uncontested) | £620 | £1,865 | £3,110 | 4-6 months |
| Divorce (Contested) | £6,215 | £18,645 | £37,290 | 12-24 months |
| Writing a Will (Simple) | £185 | £310 | £495 | 1-2 weeks |
| Writing a Will (Complex or Mirror) | £375 | £620 | £1,245 | 2-4 weeks |
| Probate Application | £1,865 | £3,110 | £6,215 | 3-12 months |
| Power of Attorney | £375 | £685 | £1,245 | 8-12 weeks to register |
| Employment Tribunal Claim | £1,865 | £6,215 | £18,645 | 6-12 months |
| Personal Injury Claim (No Win No Fee) | £0 | £0 | £0 | 6-18 months |
| Immigration Application | £995 | £2,485 | £4,970 | 2-6 months |
| Commercial Lease Review | £620 | £1,245 | £2,485 | 1-3 weeks |
Conveyancing (Buying)
Low
£995
Average
£1,740
High
£2,735
8-12 weeks
Conveyancing (Selling)
Low
£620
Average
£1,055
High
£1,615
8-12 weeks
Divorce (Uncontested)
Low
£620
Average
£1,865
High
£3,110
4-6 months
Divorce (Contested)
Low
£6,215
Average
£18,645
High
£37,290
12-24 months
Writing a Will (Simple)
Low
£185
Average
£310
High
£495
1-2 weeks
Writing a Will (Complex or Mirror)
Low
£375
Average
£620
High
£1,245
2-4 weeks
Probate Application
Low
£1,865
Average
£3,110
High
£6,215
3-12 months
Power of Attorney
Low
£375
Average
£685
High
£1,245
8-12 weeks to register
Employment Tribunal Claim
Low
£1,865
Average
£6,215
High
£18,645
6-12 months
Personal Injury Claim (No Win No Fee)
Low
£0
Average
£0
High
£0
6-18 months
Immigration Application
Low
£995
Average
£2,485
High
£4,970
2-6 months
Commercial Lease Review
Low
£620
Average
£1,245
High
£2,485
1-3 weeks
Regional comparison
How London Compares
Average cost of conveyancing (buying) across regions.
Local insights
What Affects Solicitor Costs in London?
London has a diverse population with varying needs and budgets, all of which directly affect solicitor costs. The local market, competition between providers, and demand levels in the area all influence what you will pay. Prices tend to be higher in areas with greater demand and fewer providers.
London solicitor costs are 24% above the UK average, reflecting the local cost of living and market conditions. Despite regional variation, prices can still differ by 30-50% between providers for the same service, making it worth comparing multiple options.
Several factors affect what you will pay for solicitor services in London. The scope and complexity of what you need is the biggest driver, followed by the provider's experience and reputation. Premium or specialist options will cost more. For the most involved services, expect to pay £6,215 to £37,290 for divorce (contested) in London.
When getting quotes in London, compare at least three different providers. Ask for a detailed breakdown of what is included in the price. Always check SRA registration, reviews and fee structures before instructing.
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