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Our Fees

Every case is unique. We work with you to provide bespoke advice tailored to your situation and will help you explore the services you may need.

How it works

It is impossible to give a precise estimate of the cost of a family law case as each one is different.

The number of hours spent on your case will be determined by complexity and the unique circumstances of your case. We will discuss the approximate cost with you at our initial meeting. If additional costs arise due to unforeseen circumstances, we will discuss this with you at the earliest opportunity and we will advise you of any increase in cost.

At our first meeting, we will consider and discuss your circumstances. For this first meeting, we charge a fixed fee of £340.00 + VAT. (Total £408).

The fee for this first meeting includes:

Meeting with you, taking instructions and providing initial advice
Collecting information from you about your position, your finances and your family circumstances
This meeting will provide you with an overview of your legal position and the options open to you. Following this meeting, we will proceed charging at an hourly rate.

Depending on the nature and complexity of your legal matter, the legal work undertaken by us may be completed by one or several members of our team. Below we have set out the hourly charging rates for each of our fee earners.

The hourly charge stated is exclusive of VAT which is charged at 20%.

Fee earner Hourly rate ex. VAT VAT Hourly rate inc. VAT
Partner £330.00 £66.00 £396.00
Senior Associate £315.00 £63.00 £378.00
Senior Solicitor £265.00 £53.00 £318.00


The travel rate for all fee earners is subject to duration and complexity of travel and so the fee chargeable will vary accordingly.

The hourly rate does not include any additional outlays which are variable depending on the nature of the case.

Fixed fees

We can offer fixed fees for certain services.

We can assist you to complete the application and lodge the papers on your behalf for a fixed fee of £375 + VAT and the court outlay which is currently £156 (as of 2026).

An undefended divorce is where there are children under 16 and there are no financial requests of the court, and Johnson Legal can help you every step of the way with this process. 

Costs are £1,600 + VAT and Court outlays of £273 (as of 2026).

Avoid drama at Border Control and make sure you have a letter of consent. We offer a fixed fee of £100 + VAT to provide a notarised letter you can use as evidence to show that you have consent to travel with the child. You can also use this if you need to seek medical treatment for your child abroad.

A statutory declaration is a formal document used to confirm facts. The document is signed under oath in front of a notary public. It is most commonly used to confirm a change of name. We offer this service at a fixed fee of £125 + VAT.

Buying a house together as a couple? If you are paying different amounts for the deposit, we can help! We offer a short, effective agreement that covers both parties by stating what will happen to the money in your house if you split up or decide to sell the property in future. We offer this agreement for a one-off fee of £660 + VAT.

Did you know you can create a written agreement with your partner at any point in your relationship? If you’ve bought a house together and contributed different amounts to the deposit, we can help. We offer a simple, clear agreement that sets out what will happen to your money if you ever separate or decide to sell the property. This service is available for a one-off fee of £660 + VAT.

Creating a Power of Attorney can reduce the burden on family or friends should you be unable to manage your own affairs. Our fees for setting one up are as follows:

Initial consultation fee: £340 + VAT

Preparation of the Power of Attorney: £250 +VAT

Office of Public Guardian outlay: £96

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