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Reasons to use our Clitheroe conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 The Clitheroe conveyancing practitioners that are identified are dedicated to providing value for money, efficient and accessible conveyancing service to purchasers, sellers and remortgagors in Clitheroe
  • 2 The mark of a good conveyancing solicitor in Clitheroe is quality not quantity. The level of service offered by conveyancing "factories" (sometimes 'recommended' by large estate agency chains) sometimes falls short of the level of professionalism you would hope for.
  • 3 This site is the first site that enables you the facility to ensure that your property ownership legalities in Clitheroe will be carried out by a law firm on your bank approved panel.
  • 4 Property lawyer conveyancing solicitors have very good personal connections with Clitheroe estate agents and work very closely with them and local surveyors so as to ensure transactions proceed expeditiously.
  • 5 Clitheroe conveyancing lawyers are likely to acquainted with the local Land Registry Office, Local Authority and estate agents

Examples of recent conveyancing in Clitheroe since June 2025*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Clitheroe

Do the conveyancing solicitors identified via your search tool conduct conveyancing in Clitheroe by way of an attended exchange?

We do have a number of conveyancing specialists who can conduct personalised exchanges. Please call us to get a costs illustration and details as to availability.

I am considering applying for a TSB mortgage for purchase of a new build (under development) in Clitheroe with 70% loan to value. Is it compulsory to choose a solicitor on the conveyancing panel for TSB ?

In theory, you could use a solicitor that is not on the TSB conveyancing panel, but TSB would require one of their panel solicitors to be instructed to act in their interests, and you'd have to pay for this - so most people instruct a panel solicitor. It's also easier, as otherwise you'd have to deal with two solicitors for the same conveyancing matter.

Do I find a Licenced Conveyancer or Solicitor for conveyancing in Clitheroe?

There are many recorded licenced Conveyancers in Clitheroe and Solicitor firms in Clitheroe who can help with your conveyancing It is important to make clear that both are regulated professionals specialising in the legal work in the home buying process. Both can deal with associated property related work such as remortgage conveyancing, enfranchisement and transfer of equity conveyancing.

It is not clear whether my mortgage offer obliges me to make sure the lease term for the flat is extended prior to the completion date. I have called into my local Clitheroe bank branch on numerous occasions and was told it wasn't an issue and they will lend. My Clitheroe conveyancing solicitor - who is on the lender conveyancing panel- called to say that they refuse to lend based on their specific requirements. Who do I believe?

The lawyer must follow the CML Handbook Part 2 conditions for your lender. Unless your lawyer obtains specific confirmation in writing that the bank will go ahead, your lawyer has no choice but to refrain from exchanging contract and committing you to the purchase. We would suggest that you ask the lender to contact your lawyer in writing confirming that they will accept the number of years remaining.

Planning on purchasing a house in Clitheroe. I have received an online quote from a licenced conveyancer, which states: "There will be no charge for dealing with the Lender if you are obtaining a mortgage". I take this to mean that there will be no additional fee if the solicitor is on the Clydesdale conveyancing panel. I wanted to make sure it means there will be no additional fees for dealing with the mortgage.

They are simply saying that the cost for acting for the lender is included in the fee being quoted. It is worth you checking that the Clitheroe property lawyer is on the Clydesdale conveyancing panel.

I have recentlyfound out that Stirling Law have closed. They conducted my conveyancing in Clitheroe for a purchase of a leasehold flat 9 months ago. How can I be sure that the property is not still registered in the name of the former proprietor?

The quickest method to check if the property is in your name, you can carry out a search of the land registry (£3.00). You can either do this yourself or ask a law firm to do this for you. If you are not registered you can seek help from one of a number of Clitheroe conveyancing specialists.

I've recently found out that there is a flying freehold issue on a house I have offered on two weeks back in what was supposed to be a straight forward, no chain conveyancing. Clitheroe is where the house is located. Is there any guidance you can impart?

Flying freeholds in Clitheroe are not the norm but are more likely to exist in relation to terraced houses. Even though you don't necessarily need a conveyancing solicitor in Clitheroe you would need to get your solicitor to go through the deeds diligently. Your lender may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Clitheroe may ascertain that this is not enough and that the deeds be re-written to give you the most up to date legal protection. If so, the next door neighbour also had to sign up to the revised deeds.It is possible that your lender will not accept the situation so the sooner you find out the better. You should also check with your insurance broker as to whether they will insure a flying freehold premises.

Are you able to clarify what my options are if my Clitheroe conveyancing searches shows negative entries?

Ordinarily, most concerns that arise in Clitheroe conveyancing search responses can be dealt with ahead of completion or title insurance can be put on cover. You should note that regardless of the fact that you may be buying the property and may be willing to live with the search results, your mortgage lender may not, and when all said and done they have the word say.

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Clitheroe regulated by the SRA

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

  • Steele & Son With Bagot Heyes, Castlegate, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 1AZ
  • Houldsworth Hall Limited, Pullman House, 2-4 Duck Street, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 1LP
  • Chenery Maher Ltd, 21 Church Street, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 2DF
  • Ruth Moores & Co, 18 Railway View Road, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 2HE
  • Backhouse Jones Limited, The Printworks, Ribble Valley Enterprise Park, Hey Road, Barrow, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 9WD

Residential Landlord and Tenant Conveyancing solicitors in Clitheroe

The list below is a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in Clitheroe with expertise in landlord and tenant law and on the regulations governing different types of tenancies. This may include advice on Leasehold Valuation Tribunal proceedings

  • Steele & Son With Bagot Heyes, Castlegate, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 1AZ
  • Chenery Maher Ltd, 21 Church Street, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 2DF
  • Ruth Moores & Co, 18 Railway View Road, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 2HE
  • Backhouse Jones Limited, The Printworks, Ribble Valley Enterprise Park, Hey Road, Barrow, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 9WD

Planning law solicitors in Clitheroe regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority

The solicitors listed below are a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in Clitheroe with expertise in planning law. This may include advice on applications about listed buildings and conservation areas
  • Steele & Son With Bagot Heyes, Castlegate, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 1AZ
  • Backhouse Jones Limited, The Printworks, Ribble Valley Enterprise Park, Hey Road, Barrow, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 9WD
  • Green Solicitors Ltd, 79 King Street, Whalley, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 9SW

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

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