Probate & Estate Administration Solicitor in York
When someone close to you dies, you should be grieving — not chasing solicitors. We handle Probate end-to-end at a fixed fee, with a single named contact and a clear timeline. No percentage-of-estate billing.
Why York families choose us for Probate
York Probate frequently involves a listed property, multiple investments, or a Trust within the Will. Estate values above £500k generally need IHT planning at the Probate stage — we handle that without outsourcing to an accountant.
What you get
Fixed fees, plain English, no surprises. Aaron Johnson is an SRA-regulated solicitor (598793) and STEP-qualified Trust & Estate Practitioner.
No percentage-of-estate charges — keep more of the inheritance
IHT returns handled in-house — no outsourcing to accountants
Single named contact — you call me, not a switchboard
Fixed fee agreed before instructions, with honest valuations
Probate & Estate Administration pricing in York
Every probate service we offer in York, with transparent fixed pricing. Same service, same fee — wherever in our catchment you live.
Aaron secures the Grant of Probate so you can manage the estate yourself. Ideal for straightforward estates. Fixed fee £950 + VAT, no surprises.
Typical timescale: 4-8 weeks
Aaron handles the entire probate process — valuations, tax, distribution. Fixed fees based on estate complexity, never hourly rates or a percentage.
Typical timescale: 6-9 months
About York
Safe Harbour Legal provides Wills, Probate, Lasting Powers of Attorney and Trust services to York and the surrounding villages. York's legal market is well-established, but many residents now prefer a transparent, fixed-fee solicitor over hourly billing from larger city-centre firms. Aaron Johnson is regulated through Legal Studio Solicitors and offers home visits across York, including the historic listed-property areas where conservation-aware advice matters most.
- Home visits across York, Acomb, Heslington, Heworth and Rufforth
- Understanding of listed property and conservation-area estate planning
- Alternative to large city-centre firms — direct line to your solicitor
- Evening appointments to fit around York's commuter schedule
Other services in York
Many York families combine services — a Will with an LPA, or Probate with a Trust review. Bundle pricing applies when services are taken together.
Ready to talk about Probate in York?
Aaron will talk through your situation in a free 30-minute call — no obligation, no commitment. You’ll get a fixed-fee quote before any work begins, plus a clear timeline for completing your probate matter.