SRA Compliance Β· Rule 8.7 Client Care

Client Care & Terms of Engagement

Bespoke statutory engagement letter for Mr Nathan Harrison on matter 2024-0287

ASHWORTH & VALE SOLICITORS
10 Colmore Row Β· Birmingham Β· B3 2QD
SRA Authorised & Regulated Β· Practice No: 582910
Date: 29 Oct 2026
Ref: 2024-0287
Mr Nathan Harrison
31 Woodbridge Road
Birmingham
B13 8EH
Formal Client Care Letter & Terms of Engagement
Matter: Harrison β€” will and lasting powers of attorney (Wills & Probate)

1. Instructions & Objectives

We are pleased to act on your behalf regarding Harrison β€” will and lasting powers of attorney. Our primary objective is to represent your interests in Wills & Probate under the jurisdiction of England & Wales, advising on procedural merits, court timetables, and dispute resolution.

2. Designated Fee Earner & Rates

Day-to-day conduct will be handled by Daniel Vale (Partner) at an hourly rate of Β£310.00 + VAT. Chargeable time is recorded in standard 6-minute units (Β£31.00 + VAT per unit). General partner supervision is maintained by Senior Partner Julian Ashworth.

3. Cost Forecast & SRA Transparency

In compliance with SRA Transparency Rules, our initial costs estimate for this procedural stage is Β£950 + VAT. If unforeseen legal complexities arise, we will inform you in writing immediately before further chargeable work is incurred.

4. Complaints & Legal Ombudsman

We aim to provide exceptional service. If any issues arise, please contact our Complaints Partner. If we cannot resolve matters within eight weeks, you have the right to contact the Legal Ombudsman (enquiries@legalombudsman.org.uk) and the Solicitors Regulation Authority.

5. Statutory 14-Day Cooling-Off Notice

Under Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013, individual clients hold a statutory right to cancel this engagement within 14 calendar days of receipt.

βš–οΈ SRA Compliance Summary

  • Supervising Solicitor:Daniel Vale
  • Hourly Rate:Β£310.00/hr
  • Cost Forecast:Β£950
  • Client AML Status:Verified
  • Account Rules:Office Account Only