RELIABLE LEGAL SERVICES IN COLCHESTER
We offer comprehensive legal services at Reids Plant Solicitors in Colchester, including family law, wills and probate, divorce, separation agreements, and more. Whether you need assistance with estate planning, child custody, or probate disputes, our experienced team is here to help. Call us today or fill out the contact form below to get started. We’re here to support you every step of the way.
REACH OUT TO US
Get in touch with us for any queries or questions. Our team at Reids Plant Solicitors in Colchester is here to assist you with all your legal needs.
T: 01206 656012
Address:
844 The Crescent, Colchester Business Park, Colchester,
Essex, CO4 9YQ
​​BUSINESS HOURS
Monday – Friday: 09:00 - 17:30
Saturday – Sunday: Closed
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OUR CHARGES AND COMPLAINTS POLICY
Wills
For a single Will, our fees will be £200 plus VAT; for Mirror Wills, our fees will be £350 plus VAT.
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Probate (Uncontested)
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Potential Disbursements include:
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Probate Court fee of £300 (+ £1.50 per office copy)
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Bankruptcy – only Land Charges Department searches (£2 plus VAT per beneficiary)
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HM Land Registry Official copies of Register of Title £4 plus VAT
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Timescale – The length of the transaction depends on a number of factors, but is usually dealt with within 18 months. Please bear in mind that sometimes these matters can be completed more swiftly or may take longer due to matters outside of our control. We will, however, make every possible effort to ensure that it is completed as quickly as reasonably practicable and will keep you informed of the progress.
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Employment – Unfair/Wrongful Dismissals
Simple cases - £5,000 - £10,000 plus VAT plus third-party costs (see below).
Complex cases - £15,000 - £20,000 plus VAT plus third-party costs (see below).
The above quotes are based on hourly charging rates and include taking instructions, providing advice, drafting Claim Forms/Defence, compiling a list of written evidence, drafting witness statements, instructing experts (e.g., medical consultants), and attending case management hearings. The quotation for a simple case would involve attending one hearing on your behalf, but it is restricted to cases that settle by agreement. A complex case involves multiple issues requiring more than one hearing and/or a final hearing/trial.
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Third-party costs will include Barrister’s fees (usually a minimum of £1,500 plus VAT per hearing), medical reports (prices vary, but usually a minimum of £500), copies of medical records, etc.
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Complaints Procedure
At Reids Plant Solicitors, we always aim to offer the highest standards of service and assist our clients through what can sometimes be a difficult process. However, if you are not completely satisfied with the service we have provided and wish to make a complaint, please write to either Anne Reid or Carol Reid at:
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Reids Plant Solicitors
844 The Crescent, Colchester Business Park, Colchester,
Essex, CO4 9YQ
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Or email:
anne.reid@reidsplant.co.uk
carol.reid@reidsplant.co.uk
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If we cannot resolve the complaint with you, you may have it independently reviewed by the Legal Ombudsman. The Legal Ombudsman investigates issues regarding the service provided by lawyers.
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Before accepting a complaint for investigation, the Legal Ombudsman will check that you have tried to resolve your complaint with us first. If you have, you must submit your complaint to the Legal Ombudsman:
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No more than one year from the date of the act or omission being complained about; or
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No more than one year from when you should have realised that there was cause for complaint.
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Visit: www.legalombudsman.org.uk
Call: 0300 555 0333 between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm
Relay UK: 18001 0300 555 0333
Email: enquiries@legalombudsman.org.uk
Legal Ombudsman, PO BOX 6167, Slough, SL1 0EH
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For further details on the complaints handling procedure, please contact reception at:
Tel: 01206 656012