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  • 17-12-2012 4:31pm
    #1
    monkeymum
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2 ✭


    I have engaged a solicitor to apply for a grant of probate. Fees were discussed at the meeting. After the meeting, I wrote a letter in which I outlined my understanding of the fees and asked that it be confirmed in writing. I did not receive written confirmation. At the next meeting, I brought it up again and was told that my letter was 'de facto' (hope spelling is right!) confirmation. What does that mean? I'd be much happier just to have it in writing.


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  • #2
    eor123
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 75 ✭✭eor123


    monkeymum wrote: »
    I have engaged a solicitor to apply for a grant of probate. Fees were discussed at the meeting. After the meeting, I wrote a letter in which I outlined my understanding of the fees and asked that it be confirmed in writing. I did not receive written confirmation. At the next meeting, I brought it up again and was told that my letter was 'de facto' (hope spelling is right!) confirmation. What does that mean? I'd be much happier just to have it in writing.

    from a simple google search it sounds like not to take it for certain they will be the fees, but they more than likely will. The solicitor is just protecting himself in case he runs into something unexpected in the process which will increase the fees. I'm open to correction though.


  • #3
    coylemj
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 25,620 ✭✭✭✭coylemj


    monkeymum wrote: »
    At the next meeting, I brought it up again and was told that my letter was 'de facto' (hope spelling is right!) confirmation. What does that mean? I'd be much happier just to have it in writing.

    Sounds like complete hogwash because you have no proof that the solicitor received the letter or that he agrees with the content. De facto me arse!

    He's trying to baffle you with legalspeak, ask again for written confirmation of the fees in a letter send by him to you. I believe you are entitled to this provided you have agreed on the scope of the work to be done. Also make sure that you understand if VAT is or is not included in whatever number he quoted you.


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