Original copy of will - lost in post

steveky

Probably a stupid question but what would/could you do if your original will got lost in the post on its way to the probate office, even though it is sent recorded delivery

Fish_n_Chips

When you say recorded delivery what did you pay ?

steveky

I havn't yet thats the reason for the question do i risk posting it and if so would any amount of compensation cover the loss of an original copy and what can you do regarding your application for probate

Fish_n_Chips

Have a look here---> http://www.royalmail.com/personal/uk-delivery/special-delivery

steveky

Fish n chips
Thanks for the link but how do you apply for probate when you no longer have the original will, though I do have a photocopy

Fish_n_Chips

steveky wrote: »

Probably a stupid question but what would/could you do if your original will got lost in the post on its way to the probate office, even though it is sent recorded delivery

steveky wrote: »

Fish n chips
Thanks for the link but how do you apply for probate when you no longer have the original will, though I do have a photocopy

Something is not making sense here........

steveky

Sorry for confusion, i have the envelope here ready to post to the probate office in liverpool, if i post it and it gets lost in the post for whatever reason what do i do without the original will, i am trying to weigh up if its worth taking by hand

DigForVictory

Ask the Sol who drew it up for a second copy, post the first, get confirmation of receipt, file the second copy unsigned?

steveky

But will the probate service accept an unsigned will even with a proof of posting for the original package which included the original signed will, I cant believe one has never been lost in the post at some point

nom_de_plume

Take the will to any solicitors and ask them to make a certified copy of it. This will be a photocopy with each page signed and stamped by a solicitor. This should be acceptable if the original goes astray.

steveky

Nom de plume
Thank you for that answer