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Conveyancing in Abingdon : Keep it Local

Main reasons to let us help you find a local conveyancing solicitor in Abingdon

  • 1 The Abingdon conveyancing firms that are identified are dedicated to providing value for money, efficient and transparent conveyancing service to home buyers, sellers and remortgagors in Abingdon
  • 2 Excellent communication together with pure property experience are key benefits that you should value when selecting conveyancing solicitors. Abingdon conveyancing can become significantly more protracted due to lack of transparency between all the parties. The lawyers listed ensure that the lines of communication are open and act on arising issues and developments instantly.
  • 3 The hallmark of our conveyancing solicitors in Abingdon is quality not quantity. The level of service offered by conveyancing "factories" (sometimes 'recommended' by national chain estate agents) often falls short of the level of professionalism you will expect.
  • 4 Over the years Abingdon lawyer have established valuable links with Abingdon local estate agents, banks, building societies, landlords and property developers enabling them to liaise at speed with all parties involved in the process of handling your conveyancing in Abingdon.
  • 5 Solicitor conveyancing lawyers have valuable personal connections with Abingdon selling agents and work very closely with them and local surveyors so as to ensure transactions proceed expeditiously.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Abingdon since February 2025*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Abingdon

I am searching for value for money conveyancer. Should I go for for a web based conveyancer or a high street Abingdon conveyancing solicitor?

Existing third party connections is an important consideration when choosing conveyancing lawyers. Abingdon conveyancers enjoy long term relationships with financial advisers and agents, local authorities, surveyors and other conveyancing firms meaning the whole process is going to be much smoother for you. Having a sound insight into the local area also helps too.

I am about to put an offer on a leasehold flat in Abingdon. The selling agents tell me that it is usual for flats in Abingdon to have less than 75 years remaining. I am getting a loan with Bank of Ireland. Is this going to be acceptable if the lease has Seventy One years remaining.

Most leasehold conveyancing experts should be able to deal with a lease extension. if you are securing a mortgage then your lender may insist that the lease be extended before competition. Bank of Ireland have specific requirements as set out in the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook in relation to minimum unexpired lease terms. As of 14/5/2025 the requirements read as follows :

Yes, subject to a minimum lease term of 85 years. The unexpired lease term must be at least the mortgage term plus 45 years. See also 5.14.9

I am buying a property and the lawyer has mentioned Chancel Repair for which the property could be obligated to pay given it’s proximity to the area of such a church. He has mentioned insurance. Is this really required for conveyancing in Abingdon

Unless a previous acquisition of the premises completed after 12 October 2013 you could assume that solicitors conducting conveyancing in Abingdon to continue to recommend a chancel search and or insurance against a claim.

I'm converting the mortgage on my current home to a BTL mortgage with Barclays and I will use the ballance of the raised equity as a deposit on a second property. The location we are interested in is Abingdon. Will your solicitors be able to act for both sets of mortgage companies and link together the two deals?

Do use our search tool on this page to check that the solicitors are on the relevant lender panels. Assuming that they are the solicitor should be able to tie up the two conveyancing matters but you should talk with you lawyer and make apparent your expectations and needs.

I need to appoint a conveyancing solicitor for sale conveyancing in Abingdon. I happened to chance upon a site which appears to be the perfect solution If it is possible to get all formalities done via email that would be ideal. Should I be wary? What are the potential pitfalls?

As usual with these online conveyancers you need to read ALL the small print - did you notice the extra charge for dealing with the mortgage?

My wife and I have chosen a Abingdon conveyancing solicitor for our home move (FTB’s) and have spotted in the engagement letter that they are not regulated by the FCA. Am I right to be concerned or is that standard with property lawyer?

We can't see why they should be. Most property lawyer don't lend money. They should be governed by the SRA, who have stringent conditions in relation to amounts deposited on client account.

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Abingdon regulated by the SRA

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

  • Franklins, 15 Ock Street, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 5AN
  • Law And Property Lawyers Limited, 5 Ock Street, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 5AL
  • Challenor & Son, Stratton House, 50 Bath Street, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 3LA
  • Flanagans Solicitors, Ot Business Centre, 7 Nuffield Way, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 1RL
  • Usiskin & Co, Paddock Brow, Jarn Way, Boars Hill, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 5JF

Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Abingdon regulated by the SRA

The firms listed below are a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in Abingdon practicing in commercial conveyancing in Abingdon. This will likely include advice on taking a commercial lease as a tenant
  • Franklins, 15 Ock Street, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 5AN
  • Law And Property Lawyers Limited, 5 Ock Street, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 5AL
  • Challenor & Son, Stratton House, 50 Bath Street, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 3LA
  • Flanagans Solicitors, Ot Business Centre, 7 Nuffield Way, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 1RL
  • Usiskin & Co, Paddock Brow, Jarn Way, Boars Hill, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 5JF

Planning law solicitors in Abingdon regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in Abingdon with expertise in planning law. The solicitors can give expert legal advice on all aspects of planning, including special planning controls
  • Franklins, 15 Ock Street, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 5AN
  • Law And Property Lawyers Limited, 5 Ock Street, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 5AL
  • Brookstreet Des Roches Llp, 25a Western Avenue, Milton Park, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 4SH
  • Darbys Solicitors Llp, Midland House, West Way, Botley, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 0PH
  • Hmg Law Llp, 126 High Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 4DG

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