Executors Of A Will

Mrs_Optimist

When a solicitor draws up a will they nearly ALWAY name themselves as an executor so that they can make money doing something that anyone can do ie obtain probate, write to creditors etc.

sebastianj

Not dure if someone benefitting from a Will can be the Executer as well?
I believe if you have a credit card etc. then the relevant Banks provide legal assistance free of charge, anyone experienced in this area?? I contacted my Solicitor asking him to advise me on writing my Will, he sent me the forms, which are very complex. I believe they will only point out if I do something wrong but will not advise on Pitfalls doing it one or another way.
Mind boggles, they all want money

seb

VickyA_2

My mum is the sole beneficiary of my grandpa's will and she is also the sole executor. The will was drawn up by a solicitor and she has had no problems obtaining probate.

sebastianj

Hi
I think in the case of sole beneficiary there is no possible challenge but if there are a number of them then the case could be different.
seb

Bossyboots

Someone benefitting from a will CAN be the Executor, but they cannot witness it.

Only one executor needs to prove the will but I agree with what has been put here that the solicitors will be reluctant to see the loss of their profits by agreeing to step aside. You do however have to discuss it with them and signing forms to say that they have renounced their responsibilities when they have not could lead to problems later on as this is deception.