Our Simple 3-Step Process
Free 15-Min Phone Consultation
Call us or book online. We listen to your matter, confirm we can help, and assess urgency — completely free, no strings attached.
Book a Paid Consultation
If your matter needs legal advice, we schedule a formal consultation at $275 per hour (online). In-person or video call available.
Written Fee Estimate
After consultation we provide a written estimate for your full matter. No work proceeds until you approve in writing.
Consultation Pricing
| Service | Duration | Fee (inc. GST) |
|---|---|---|
| 📞 Initial Phone Consultation | 15 minutes | FREE |
| 💻 Online Consultation | 30 minutes | $180 |
| 💻 Online Consultation | 60 minutes | $275 |
No Surprises — Fixed Fee Pricing
| Service | Fee (exc. GST) | Fee (inc. GST) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🏡 Residential Purchase (Conveyancing) | From $990 | From $1,089 | Call for personalised quote |
| 🏷️ Residential Sale (Conveyancing) | From $880 | From $968 | Incl. Section 32 preparation |
| 🏗️ Off-the-Plan Purchase | From $1,100 | From $1,210 | Contract review included |
| 📜 Will (Individual) | From $450 | From $495 | Fixed fee |
| 📜 Will (Couple) | From $400 | From $440 | Fixed fee |
| 📋 Enduring POA (Individual) | From $200 | From $220 | Fixed fee |
| 📦 Will + EPA Package (Individual) | From $400 | From $440 | Best value |
| 📦 Will + EPA Package (Couple) | From $650 | From $715 | Best value |
| ⚖️ Uncontested Divorce | From $750 | From $825 | Excl. court filing fee |
| 📋 Solicitor Certificate | Call for quote | Call for quote | Same-day available |
| All other matters | By written quote after consultation | ||
Matters Not on Fixed Fee
| Level | Rate (exc. GST) | Rate (inc. GST) |
|---|---|---|
| Principal Solicitor | $280/hr | $308/hr |
| Senior Solicitor | $250/hr | $275/hr |
| Solicitor | $220/hr | $242/hr |
| Paralegal / Law Clerk | $120/hr | $132/hr |
⚖️ Legal Costs Disclosure — Your Rights
In accordance with the Legal Profession Uniform Law (Victoria), Waters & Co. Lawyers will provide you with a written Costs Disclosure before commencing any legal work. This sets out our fee structure, estimated total costs, and your rights regarding costs disputes.
You have the right to negotiate our fees and to seek a second opinion. If you have a complaint about costs, you may contact the Victorian Legal Services Commissioner.
How to Pay
Credit / Debit Card
Visa and Mastercard accepted.
Bank Transfer (EFT)
Direct transfer to our trust account.
Cash
Accepted at our Epping office.