Beware of New-Style Scam Alert | Today’s Wills and Probate

New-style scam alert warning | Today’s Wills and Probate

Legal experts are warning the public about a new style of scam targeting individuals who are in the process of creating or updating their wills. The scam involves fraudsters posing as legitimate will writers or solicitors and offering their services at a discounted rate.

According to reports, the scammers will approach individuals either in person or through unsolicited phone calls or emails, claiming to be able to provide will-writing services at a fraction of the cost of reputable firms. They may also use high-pressure sales tactics to convince their victims to hand over personal and financial information.

Once the scammers have obtained this information, they may use it to commit identity theft or financial fraud. In some cases, they may even produce fraudulent wills in the victim’s name, leaving their estate vulnerable to exploitation.

Legal experts are urging the public to be vigilant and to only use reputable and accredited will-writing services. They advise individuals to research any company or individual offering will-writing services thoroughly before engaging their services and to never provide personal or financial information to unsolicited callers or emails.

If you believe you have been targeted by a scammer or have fallen victim to a fraudulent will-writing service, you are urged to report the incident to Action Fraud and seek legal advice immediately.

By raising awareness of this new style of scam, legal experts hope to protect individuals and their families from falling victim to fraudsters and ensure that their wishes are carried out as intended in their wills.