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Reasons to use our Brighton conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 Over the years Brighton property lawyer have established very good links with Brighton local estate agents, banks, building societies, landlords and property developers enabling them to liaise at speed with all concerned in the process of undertaking your conveyancing in Brighton.
  • 2 We are the UKs most comprehensive domestic conveyancing directory listing bank approved law practices conducting conveyancing in Brighton governed by the SRA or Council of Licensed Conveyancers.
  • 3 Brighton property lawyer are the linchpin to a successful Brighton home move, keeping the process under control. They are on your side throughout, offering dedicated advice for the duration of your transaction
  • 4 Excellent communication together with a wealth of local knowledge are key benefits that you should look for when selecting conveyancing solicitors. Brighton property deals can be made significantly more stressful as a result of lack of transparency between all the parties. The lawyers listed strive to make sure that the lines of communication are open and act on arising issues and developments expeditiously.
  • 5 The Brighton conveyancing practitioners that we work with are dedicated to supplying value for money, efficient and transparent conveyancing service to home buyers, sellers and remortgagors in Brighton

Examples of recent conveyancing in Brighton since January 2024*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Brighton

I have given 8 weeks notice to my existing landlord and have to vacate my rented property in Brighton by 6/6/2024. Conveyancing for my house purchase is progressing. Is it possible to complete in a couple of weeks as don't want to have to move into temporary accommodation?

It is unwise to serve notice on a rental until you have exchanged. If you have not previously done so, speak to your conveyancer and ask them to they cajole the other lawyers, try to a target completion date that all parties will aim towards

Will commercial conveyancing searches disclose proposed roadworks that could impact a commercial premises in Brighton?

Many commercial conveyancing solicitors in Brighton will execute a SiteSolutions Highways report as it reduces the time that conveyancers expend in looking into accurate data on highways that impact buildings and development assets in Brighton. The search result provides definitive information on the adoption status of roads, footpaths and verges, as well as the implication of traffic schemes and the rights of way surrounding a commercial development sites in Brighton.

For each commercial conveyancing transaction in Brighton it is critical to investigate the adoption status of roads surrounding a site. Failure to identify developments where adoption procedures have not been addressed adequately could result in delays to Brighton commercial conveyancing transactions as well as pose a risk to future plans for the site. These searches are not ordered for domestic conveyancing in Brighton.

Are there restrictive covenants that are commonly picked up during conveyancing in Brighton?

Covenants that are restrictive in nature can be picked up when reviewing land registry title as part of the legal transfer of property in Brighton. An 1874 stipulation that was seen was ‘The houses to be erected on the estate are each to be of a uniform elevation in accordance with the drawings to be prepared or approved by the vendor’s surveyor…’

Taking into account that I will soon part with 450k on a two bedroom apartment in Brighton I would like to talk to a solicitor concerning theconveyancing ahead of instructing the firm. Is this something that you can arrange?

This is something that we recommend - it is our preference to talk to you we do not take any clients on without you first talking to the lawyer who will be doing your conveyancing in Brighton.There is no ‘factory style conveyancing’ - every client is unique person, not a matter reference. The solicitors that we put you in touch with believe that the fees you are provided with for residential conveyancing in Brighton should be the amount on the final invoice that you are charged.

In searching the internet for the words conveyancing in Brighton it brings up many conveyancerslocally. With so much choice what is the best way to find the suitable property lawyer for purchase transaction?

The best method of seeking the right conveyancer is via personal testimonial, so ask friends and those you trust who have acquired a property in Brighton or the local estate agent or financial adviser. Charges for conveyancing in Brighton differ, so it's sensible to secure a minimum of three fee estimates from different law firms. Dont forget to clarify what costs in the quote includes.

What are your top tips when it comes to appointing a Brighton conveyancing firm to carry out our lease extension conveyancing?

If you are instructing a property lawyer for your lease extension (regardless if they are a Brighton conveyancing firm) it is most important that they be familiar with the legislation and specialises in this area of work. We advise that you make enquires with several firms including non Brighton conveyancing practices prior to instructing a firm. Where the conveyancing practice is ALEP accredited then that’s a bonus. The following questions could be useful:

    What are the charges for lease extension conveyancing?

Leasehold Conveyancing in Brighton - A selection of Questions you should ask Prior to buying

    Be sure to discover if there are any onerous restrictions in the lease. For instance some leases prohibit pets being permitted in in a block in Brighton. If you love the propertyin Brighton but your dog can’t make the move with you then you have a very difficult compromise. Is there a share of the freehold? Generally speaking the outlay for major works are not built into the service charges, albeit that there some managing agents in Brighton obliged tenants to pay into a reserve fund and this is used to offset against major works.

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Brighton regulated by the SRA

It is important to note that the listed firms do not limit their work for conveyancing in Brighton but also conveyancing throughout England and Wales.

  • Edward Harte Llp, 6 Pavilion Parade, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 1RA
  • Fitzhugh Gates, 3 Pavilion Parade, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 1RY
  • Odt Consultancy Limited, Pavilion View, 19 New Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 1UF
  • Odt Professional Limited, Pavilion View, 19 New Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 1UF
  • Thompson Allen Llp, 6 Marlborough Place, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 1UB

Planning law solicitors in Brighton regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority

The list below is a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in Brighton practicing in planning law. This will likely include advice on applications about listed buildings and conservation areas
  • Mayo Wynne Baxter Llp, Century House, 15-19 Dyke Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 3FE
  • M S Page, 3 The Rise, Portslade, Brighton, East Sussex, BN41 2PY

Whether you are going through a divorce or breakup or simply wish to transfer your property to someone else, transfer of equity conveyancing in Brighton includes some of the following tasks:

  • Taking instructions from the appropriate parties
  • Investigating the title to the property
  • Following instructions from the mortgage company (if applicable)
  • Agreeing the terms of the transaction
  • Drawing up Transfer or approving the Transfer deed
  • Agreeing amendments to the draft Transfer
  • Communicating with parties with regards to the Transfer
  • Agreeing and preparing for completion
  • Receiving and releasing funds to the appropriate parties
  • Preparing and submitting to HM Revenue and Customs the appropriate SDLT forms and payment
  • Dealing with the registration formalities for the buyer and the home loan (where appropriate) at the HMLR.

*Source acknowledgement: House price data produced by Land Registry as well data supplied by Lexsure Ltd.

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