How much would a solicitor charge to draw up a contract to register a charity?
The price usually depends on the amount of time required for the job and the seniority of the person who did the paperwork. It can vary from under £100/ hour to in excess of £400/hour. However, it is definitely worth talking to the firm – they may be willing to do the job at a discount or even as a charitable contribution if they consider the cause worthwhile. Additionally, if the charity is a local one, try local solicitors who may be affected by the cause; if the charity is for a certain group (eg a school or nursery/ people suffering from a certain illness) ask friends and family of those affected if anyone knows a solicitor who would be willing to do it for you. Basically, if you ask you may get a discount/freebie, but if you don’t ask, you won’t get!
