WILL writing and probate firms are being investigated by the regulator.
It comes amid reports of pressure selling to vulnerable customers and fears that some have been charged thousands for shoddy advice.
Unregulated companies rake in billions of pounds a year by offering basic legal services, such as drawing up wills, applying for power of attorney and arranging quick divorces.
Consumer expert Martyn James says: “These services don’t have to be carried out by registered solicitors, leaving customers completely exposed if anything should go wrong – for example, if they are given terrible advice or if the company goes bust.”
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