Would I know by now if I was an executor?

[Mrspebe]

DM died 10 years ago. DGD (her mother) died 3 weeks ago. GDG told me I was an executor and hinted she’d be leaving my sister and me money in her will. Asked my aunt (DGMs daughter) if I was an executor and she said no. I find this really odd as DGD said I was. Perhaps my aunt hasn’t actually seen the will but claims she has. Aunt also said my sister and I would ‘inherit a percentage’ but wouldn’t specify any more. It’s all very shady I just want to know what’s going on! Would I know by now if I was an executor and beneficiary?

If you were executor you would have been told I would imagine- the probate process starts straight away, if the death is registered the accounts and benefits would already be frozen.

My DS and I didn't use a solicitor for our DM's will. We just applied for Probate and did it all DIY. We were joint executors so had to both sign things at the Probate office.

If you are listed as an executor, she won't be able to get Probate without you.

Probate may not be needed, if there are few assets and no property to sell.
The aunt could be deceiving the OP.
If she has the will and is choosing not to show anyone, who’s to know?
For peace of mind the OP needs to ask to see the will. The aunt may refuse.