Sorry to hear of your loss. Just another thought about solicitors, if you are a member of a Union, or of the Co-operative (ie got a member card for when you do your shopping), you may be able to get some free legal advice,  I take the point about going through a firm with experience of mesothelioma claims, but it may be worth inquiring. 16 yo Daughter got hit by a car as a pedestrian, sufferred injuries, and through my union we were able to get her some compensation which she has put by in case the damage to her teeth neck and back causes her long term issues, it covered her chiropractic costs and initial dental expenses. 

I read your post but would point out that claiming for asbestos based cancer, is a different 'kettle  of fish'

Hi, thank you so much for your response and I am so sorry to hear about your husband. We know where Dad got it from but details are a bit sketchy. I have some contact info for a few solicitors that deal with mesothelioma cases specifically so I will contact them. I was just wondering how much detail they need to make a case worthwhile but thanks for your advice.

Not too much detail but I agree it will be harder as you cannot consult your Dad.  Sit down with your family and try to work out the years he worked for whom and what his job was and the jobs where you think he was likely to have come into contact with asbestos.  They will ask all this, so have it ready, as close as your know.

Thank you. Luckily, his brother also worked at the same place so I can refer to him for info too. Thanks for your help.