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Main reasons to use our service to assist you find a local conveyancing solicitor in Blackfriars

  • 1 Our site offers largest residential conveyancing directory service identifying mortgage company approved law practices carrying out conveyancing in Blackfriars who are regulated by the SRA or Council of Licensed Conveyancers.
  • 2 Blackfriars lawyers work in partnership with Blackfriars estate agents, developers, surveyors, lenders and other professionals to ensure that a quality service is provided to clients every step of the way, helping make the process as straightforward as possible
  • 3 The companies identified on our directory have a variation of conveyancing practitioners, legal executives and support staff handling over one hundred thousand cases each year.
  • 4 The Blackfriars conveyancing firms that we work with are committed to providing the most cost, efficient and accessible conveyancing service to home buyers, sellers and remortgagors in Blackfriars
  • 5 The hallmark of our conveyancing solicitors in Blackfriars is quality not quantity. The level of service offered by conveyancing "factories" (sometimes 'recommended' by large estate agency chains) often falls short of the level of professionalism you will expect.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Blackfriars since August 2023*

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Acquisition

of apartment Frobisher Crescent EC2Y 8HD, purchased for £700,000. Leasehold conveyancing due diligence included: dealing with appropriate requisitions and enquiries, sending the transfer to the seller for execution in preparation for completion, securing official copies of the title

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Purchase

of apartment Barbican EC2Y 8DL, acquired for £750,000. Leasehold conveyancing legalities included: sending the transfer to the seller for signature in preparation for completion, ordering official copies of the title, agreeing completion date with parties

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Purchase

of flat Porlock Street SE1 3RY, at a price of £575,000. Leasehold conveyancing work included: sending conveyancing papers to buyers representatives, dealing with appropriate requisitions and enquiries, sending the transfer to the vendor for execution in preparation for completion

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Disposal

of flat Oxford Drive SE1 2FB, at sale consideration of £865,000. Leasehold conveyancing included: taking formal instructions from and updating the seller client, preparing statement detailing charges, setting up the completion formalities

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Blackfriars

Can you explain why leasehold purchase conveyancing in Blackfriars is more expensive?

In summary, leasehold conveyancing in Blackfriars and London usually involve more hours of investigation compared to freehold transactions. This includes checking the lease terms, liaising with the landlord concerning serving applicable notices, obtaining current service charge and management information, procuring the landlord’s consents and reviewing management accounts. The obligations on both the landlord and the tenant in the lease need to be studied by the buyer’s conveyancing team and read from beginning to end – no matter how many different owners have owned the lease since it was first entered into.

I need some quick conveyancing in Blackfriars as I am faced with a deadline to complete within one month. Fortunately I do not require a mortgage. Is it possible to avoid the conveyancing searches to save money and time?

If.Given you are are a cash purchaser you are at liberty not to do searches although no solicitor would recommend that you don't. Drawing on our experience of conveyancing in Blackfriars the following are instances of what can appear and adversely impact future saleability: Refused Planning Applications, Overdue Fees, Outstanding Grants, Road Schemes,...

It has been five months following my purchase conveyancing in Blackfriars took place. I have checked the Land Registry website which shows that I paid £175,000 when infact I paid £215,000. Why the discrepancy?

The price paid figure is taken from the application to register the purchase. It is the figure included in the Transfer (the legal deed which transfers the residence from one person to the other) and referred to as the 'consideration' or purchase price. You can report an error in the price paid figure using the LR online form. In most cases errors result from typos so at first glance the figure. Do report it so they can double check and advise.

How straightforward is it to use your search facility to select a conveyancing practitioner in Blackfriars on the approved list for my mortgage?

First pick a bank such as National Westminster Bank, The Royal Bank of Scotland or Godiva Mortgages Ltd then specify your location e.g. Blackfriars. Conveyancing practices in Blackfriars and nationally will then be shown.

I am using a search engine for the phrase on line conveyancing in Blackfriars it reveals numerous conveyancersin the vicinity. How do I determine which is the suitable conveyancer for my move?

The best way of choosing a suitable conveyancer is via personal recommendation, so enquire of colleagues and relatives who have bought a property in Blackfriars or a respected estate agent or financial adviser. Fees for conveyancing in Blackfriars vary, so it's advisable to obtain a minimum of four fee calculations from different solicitors. Dont forget to clarify that the charges are assured not to rise.

Why do I have to supply my property lawyer with numerous items of identification before I can commence with selling or buying a property in Blackfriars?

Blackfriars conveyancers are required by the Law Society, Solicitors Regulation Authority, HM Land Registry and current AML legislation to certify that the have verified the identity of their clients. It is also sometimes a condition of your lender where you are obtaining a mortgage. In addition they have to complete various forms, particularly those relating to stamp duty land tax and need to have information such as your full names, national insurance number and date of birth.

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Residential Landlord and Tenant Conveyancing solicitors in Blackfriars

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in Blackfriars specialising in landlord and tenant law and on the regulations governing different types of tenancies. This should include advice on Service charge disputes

  • Dechert Llp, 160 Queen Victoria Street, London, EC4V 4QQ
  • Royds Llp, 65 Carter Lane, London, EC4V 5HF
  • Sbp Law, Glade House, 52-54 Carter Lane, London, Greater London, EC4V 5EF
  • P A Fleury & Co, 79 Carter Lane, London, London, EC4V 5EP
  • Faegre Baker Daniels Llp, 7, Pilgrim Street, London, EC4V 6LB

Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Blackfriars regulated by the SRA

The firms listed below are a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in Blackfriars with expertise in commercial conveyancing in Blackfriars. This could include advice on buying and selling small and large scale commercial property and agricultural land
  • Dechert Llp, 160 Queen Victoria Street, London, EC4V 4QQ
  • Royds Llp, 65 Carter Lane, London, EC4V 5HF
  • Sbp Law, Glade House, 52-54 Carter Lane, London, Greater London, EC4V 5EF
  • P A Fleury & Co, 79 Carter Lane, London, London, EC4V 5EP
  • Bristows Llp, 100 Victoria Embankment, London, EC4Y 0DH

Planning law solicitors in Blackfriars regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority

The solicitors listed below are a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in Blackfriars with expertise in planning law. This could include advice on compulsory purchases in Blackfriars
  • Dechert Llp, 160 Queen Victoria Street, London, EC4V 4QQ
  • Royds Llp, 65 Carter Lane, London, EC4V 5HF
  • Baker & Mckenzie Llp, 100 New Bridge Street, London, EC4V 6JA
  • James Smith (planning Law Services) Limited, Fleet House, 8-12 New Bridge Street, London, EC4V 6AL
  • David Cooper & Co, Fleet House, 8-12 New Bridge Street, London, EC4V 6AL

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

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