Solicitor refused to tell me that I am an executor to late father's will.

lisajs_2

leespot wrote: »

If this is correct, does that not mean everything now goes to her, and she is free to create a new will at her discretion?

That is what I am trying to find out. They made identical wills during the same appointment and I am trying to find out if these are mirror or mutual wills.

TonyMMM

I wonder whether his affairs were arranged so that all the property was held jointly, which then transfers automatically to the survivor and so there is no estate, the will is irrelevant and no probate is required ?

lisajs_2

TonyMMM wrote: »

I wonder whether his affairs were arranged so that all the property was held jointly, which then transfers automatically to the survivor and so there is no estate, the will is irrelevant and no probate is required ?

No they owned separate houses. There is definitely a will, nobody is disputing this it just seems that there is a reluctance to involve me which makes me suspicious of their intentions.

Mojisola

If you haven't seen the will how do you know that you are an executor?

POPPYOSCAR

I asked this question earlier.


'Told by someone in the solicitor's office'.


What I do not understand is why they have not asked the step-mum and brother for a copy.

lisajs_2

POPPYOSCAR wrote: »

I asked this question earlier.


'Told by someone in the solicitor's office'.


What I do not understand is why they have not asked the step-mum and brother for a copy.

Gosh, I never thought of that! Thank you for all your constructive comments today. You've been a real help.:T:T:T

SevenOfNine

I understand you've 'phoned & written, but I think you need to follow the instructions in posts #2 & #4. See if this helps as well as it seems to imply you may be able to locate the exact name within the firm you should write to.
http://www.lawsociety.org.uk/for-the-public/faqs/complaining-about-a-solicitor/

If you clearly follow the Formal Complaints route (& use the words), it will add to your initial complaint if they don't follow the proper process & timescales.

I can appreciate your concerns, the difference between mirror & mutual Wills can have a huge impact on a potential inheritance for you in the future. If it's a favourable mutual Will for you & step brother on the eventual death of spouse & it mysteriously disappears..............!

Step back & start again on a formal complaints basis, keep it clear, concise, & your reasons for requesting information.

Good luck