Business Details
Trusted Legal Services in Stanley, County Durham
Power Scott has served clients from its Stanley, County Durham office for over 30 years. Our sole practitioner, Robert Henry Scott, brings extensive legal expertise accumulated over three decades, specialising in conveyancing, Wills, probate, and Court of Protection matters. Formerly a member of the Law Society Personal Injury Panel and Duty Solicitor Schemes, Mr Scott now focuses on property transactions, estate planning, and lasting powers of attorney. Our fixed-fee conveyancing service ensures transparency, with costs starting at 475 plus VAT, while our probate services cater to estates of varying complexity.We prioritise direct client communication, offering a free 15-minute legal surgery to address initial queries. Our practice combines personal service with professional rigour, maintaining memberships in the Law Society Property Section. With a 95% client satisfaction rate, we deliver tailored legal solutions while adhering to strict regulatory standards through our Solicitors Regulation Authority authorisation.
Services
Conveyancing
Wills
Probate
Lasting Powers of Attorney
Court of Protection
Leasehold transactions
Estate administration
Property law
Legal advice
Free consultations
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of local legal expertise in County Durham
- Fixed-fee conveyancing with transparent pricing from 475 plus VAT
- Free 15-minute legal surgery appointments available
- 95% client satisfaction rate from recent feedback analysis
- Specialist knowledge in Court of Protection applications and estate planning
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Very approachable
Professional advice
Excellent friendly service
Good efficient services
Fast efficient service
Services
Conveyancing
Our conveyancing service handles residential and commercial property transactions with fixed fees starting at 475 plus VAT. We manage all aspects from initial contracts to final registration, including local authority searches and Stamp Duty Land Tax submissions. Clients benefit from direct solicitor contact throughout the process, ensuring transparency and timely completion.
Lasting Powers of Attorney
We specialise in creating Lasting Powers of Attorney for health, welfare, and financial matters. Our service includes document preparation, registration guidance, and advice on deputyship applications to the Court of Protection. Fixed fees start at 350 plus VAT, with clear explanations of legal responsibilities and options.
Probate Administration
Our probate service assists executors with estate administration, from obtaining grants of representation to asset distribution. Costs range from 1,950 to 3,900 plus VAT depending on complexity, covering straightforward estates with minimal assets through to multi-beneficiary cases requiring detailed accounting and tax handling.
Will Drafting
We provide Will drafting services starting at 120 plus VAT, ensuring clear asset distribution instructions. Our approach includes discussing inheritance tax implications, guardianship arrangements, and integration with lasting powers of attorney to create comprehensive estate plans tailored to individual circumstances.
Court of Protection
Specialist Court of Protection applications help manage affairs for individuals lacking mental capacity. We handle deputyship appointments, statutory wills, and care arrangement approvals, with fees based on hourly rates of 200 plus VAT for complex cases requiring ongoing court engagement.
People
Robert Henry Scott
Solicitor
Qualified solicitor with over 30 years' experience specialising in property law, probate, and Court of Protection matters. Former Law Society Personal Injury Panel member now focusing on conveyancing and estate planning.
Questions
What are your conveyancing fees?
Fixed fees start at £475 plus VAT for freehold purchases, with detailed breakdowns provided before instruction. Leasehold transactions vary between £475-£695 plus VAT depending on property value.
How long does probate take?
Simple estates typically take 6-12 months, with Grant of Probate usually obtained within 8-10 weeks. Complex cases involving property sales or disputes may take longer.
Do you offer free legal advice?
Yes, we provide 15 minutes of free legal surgery appointments to discuss initial queries, available on most days by prior arrangement.
What areas do you cover?
Primarily serving County Durham and surrounding areas, with clients from across the North East region utilising our specialist legal services.
Are your conveyancing fees all-inclusive?
Our fees exclude third-party disbursements like search fees and Land Registry charges, which are clearly itemised before proceeding with your transaction.
Can you help with lasting powers of attorney?
Yes, we prepare both health/welfare and property/financial LPAs starting from £350 plus VAT, including registration guidance with the Office of the Public Guardian.
