Agree sounds dodgy but

And I will admit I am a massive cynic (paid to be) but... how does she know she is in the will?

Not my area of expertise but check through this: User Posted Link

To administer the estate the executors will have needed to get a grant of representation or whatever it is through the probate office. Should therefore be able to obtain a copy of the will and details of any solicitors supporting the executor.

If she's named in the will then she'll have some clear rights accordingly and be in a better position to judge what's going on.

If she's not named then it's a matter of trying establish some common law rights but if they weren't married or living together then I'm not altogether sure she's entitled to anything.

Main thing is to get a copy if the will, either from the family or the probate office.

Could be a pain in the arse if she is named in the will but family are doing diy probate. Does she get on with the family? Hope so...

Posted By: CWC, Oct 17, 19:49:47