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Probate

Probate granted July 21, solicitor now in receipt of cheque from Jan 5th to finalise probate, straight forward no other beneficiaries or debts outstanding, but still no cheque received, solicitor not returning calls to update on case or even get a meeting, could really do with advise on what to don next

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  • Alter_ego
    Alter_ego Posts: 3,842 Forumite
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    Perhaps write to the solicitor
    I am not a cat (But my friend is)
  • Thank you that would be my next move 
  • SeniorSam
    SeniorSam Posts: 1,674 Forumite
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    In writing, you may like to include that you do not wish to raise a formal complaint in this matter.  Their ground may shudder a bit, but it can often result in prompt action as solicitors do not want formal complaints that may increase their insurance premiums against claims.

    If you do not get a prompt response, then send a letter headed FORMAL COMPLAINT and their SRA will have to look into it if they dont sort it out quickly.
    I'm a retired IFA who specialised for many years in Inheritance Tax, Wills and Trusts. I cannot offer advice now, but my comments here and on Legal Beagles as Sam101 are just meant to be helpful. Do ask questions from the Members who are here to help.
  • Thrugelmir
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    jreds63 said:
    solicitor now in receipt of cheque from Jan 5th to finalise probate,
    Cheque from whom? 
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