Cost of Probate in NSW
Our Fees
The total cost of Probate in NSW consists of several fees and costs that are involved in
a Probate application.
Most firms charge their professional cost of obtaining a Grant according to Schedule 3 of the Legal Profession Uniform Law Application Regulations 2015 (NSW). This scale is dependent on the gross value of the Estate and does not include property or other assets which are owned jointly with another individual.
However, NSW Probate aims to provide high-quality legal services well below this scale. NSW Probate offers a Fixed-Fee Service to its clients. A comprehensive breakdown of the costs is explained below.
Assisted Grant of Probate
$1100 including GST*
Package Includes:
For a fixed fee of $1100 including GST*, our probate lawyers will take care of the basics, including:
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Application Assistance and Document Preparation
We will provide you with a detailed, step-by-step guide on when, where, and how to file your Probate application. We will draft the appropriate legal documents tailored to your specific situation. -
20 Minute Telephone Consultation
Our wills and estate lawyers will be available to discuss any issues with your application. -
Executor Duties Checklist
We will provide you with a checklist of the duties you must fulfill as the executor of the will.
Package Excludes:
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Lodging Notices with NSW Online Registry
We will offer you advice on how to properly submit the necessary notices, but the responsibility for filing these notices will rest with you. You will be required to pay NSW Online Registry the advertising fee of $55. -
Court Filing
You will be responsible for filing the court documents and responding to any inquiries the Court may have regarding your application. You will be required to pay the filing fee in the Supreme Court for a probate application. The amount of the filing fee is dependent on the gross value of the Estate. -
Additional Assistance
Any additional assistance if requested will be charged at an hourly rate.
Fixed Fee:
Enjoy our affordable, fixed fee service for renunciation of probate by executor at $181.50, including GST*. No hidden costs for straightforward probate applications.
The amount of $181.50 is comprised of the following:
a) $165 – Professional fee excluding GST
b) $16.50 – 10% GST
*Excluding court filing fee which is subject to the gross value of the Estate, NSW Online Registry advertising fee of $55
Grant Of Probate
$1,741.20 including GST*
Package Includes:
For a fixed fee of $1,741.20 including GST* our probate lawyers will take care of everything, including:
- Your initial legal consultation
- Preparation of necessary documents
- Advertising and filing fees
- Communication with deceased’s solicitor for the release of Will
- Lodgement of court documents
- Providing ongoing legal support and advice
Fixed Fee:
Enjoy our affordable, fixed fee service at $1,741.20 including GST*.
No hidden costs for straightforward probate applications.
The amount of $1,741.20 is comprised of the following:
a) $1500 – Professional fee excluding GST
b) $150 – 10% GST
c) $55 – Notice of Intended Application Fee
d) $36.20 – Express postage for documents and filing
*Excluding court filing fee which is subject to the gross value of the Estate.
Other Associated Costs
Outlays
* Please note that the above outlays are subject to change from time to time and that NSW Probate does not have any control over such changes.
Court Filing Fees
To file an application for Probate, a filing fee will be payable to the Supreme Court of NSW. The amount of the filing-fee is dependent on the gross value of the Estate.
The current filing fees for the 2024/2025 tax year as follow:
Reimbursement of Probate Costs From The Estate
The filing fee and solicitor’s professional costs associated with obtaining a Grant of Probate or Letters of Administration can be reimbursed from the Deceased Estate prior to any distribution, after the Grant has been issued by the Supreme Court.