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Maisy

Maisy Report 22 Jan 2008 19:57

My grandfather died in 1956 and I would like to know where I could find a copy of his will. I do know that the solicitors who dealt with it has since closed. Any help appreciated.

Thanks
Eliane

Chris in Sussex

Chris in Sussex Report 22 Jan 2008 20:29

Eliane

All you need to know can be found here...

http://www.adviceguide.org.uk/index/family_parent/family/wills.htm#forcopiesofawill

Scroll down to 'Searching for copies of a will'

Good luck
Chris

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Maisy

Maisy Report 22 Jan 2008 20:47

Well Chris I've just taken a look and it looks so easy.

Thanks very much.

Eliane

Mummy Bear

Mummy Bear Report 22 Jan 2008 20:59

Elaine

A couple of points to note:

depending when he died probate may not have taken place until the following year

if you can get to London you can search for yourself and get a copy within an hour for £5.00

not everyone left a will

MB

MB

Maisy

Maisy Report 22 Jan 2008 22:52

MB and Alan, thanks for your replies.

As I live close to London I could go in person but where do I go to look and do I need an appointment? He did leave a will.

Thanks

Eliane

Maisy

Maisy Report 23 Jan 2008 11:31

Alan

Thank you very much for the information. I've called the Probate office and I need to go and search in person which isn't a problem. Also, if I do find what I'm looking for they will give me a copy there and then for £5.

Thanks again.
Eliane