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It could be legit. There was a weekly program on Foxtel following a UK company that tracked down relatives of people who died without leaving a will, and without any obvious heirs. And there was a time limit, else the Government took the estate. And they were in competition with other companies doing the same thing.
Plainly, in these cases though, there wasn't a solicitor or executor involved, as there was no will. Nor would you have had to put any money up for their services, as after signing with them, they get their cut when the proceeds come through.
I remember that every week, they'd check the notice that came out from the Government Department about people who'd died without wills and heirs. And then the companies would look if there was anything substantial like a house involved, and the hunt would start.
But then again, in your case, it could be a scam.
Regards,
Renato
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