Contesting a will

Mojisola

BrightonDavid wrote: »

The solicitor that held the will has told her that she needs to fight this (of course) but seems to be billing her willy-nilly - £350 this morning to send a letter.

I know she's being ripped off but I don't know what to tell her to do.

Ask around for a recommendation of a different solicitor.

TBagpuss

Are you sure that the £350 was for the original letter, not a request for a payment on account? It's quite common for a solciitor to request an initial payment when a file is opened. Or for meeting and review of the facts and then to confirm that advice in writing?

pathtofreedom

Is she in scotland as I think they have different rules to the rest of the uk. Does she have any insurance that includes legal cover, as that might help with the costs.

BrightonDavid

Thank you all for the advice, I really appreciate this. Wih regards to her home, she bought this long before they met, so she provided a home for him and then they paid bills between them and towards the end he tended to pay more than she did as her money ran down.
I'm seeing her late so I'm going to pass all this on - you've all been very kind. Thank you.