Can you clarify what the consequences are if my lawyer’s firm is removed from the Virgin Money Solicitor panel ahead of completing my conveyancing in Cricklewood?
The first thing to point out is that, this is a very rare occurrence. In most cases even where a law firm is removed off of a panel the lender would allow the completion to go ahead as the lender would appreciate the difficulties that they would place you in if you have to instruct a new solicitor days before completion. In a worst case scenario where the lender insists that you instruct a new firm then it is possible for a very good lawyer to expedite the conveyancing albeit that you may pay a significant premium for this. The analogous situation is where a buyer instructs a lawyer, exchanges contracts and the law firm is shut down by a regulator such as the SRA. Again, in this situation you can find lawyers who can troubleshoot their way to bring the conveyancing to a satisfactory conclusion - albeit for a fee.
We are selling our house in Cricklewood and according to the buyers it appears that there is a risk of it being constructed on contaminated land. Any local lawyer would know this is not the case. For the life of me I don't know why the purchasers used an internet conveyancing practice as opposed to a conveyancing solicitor in Cricklewood. We have lived in Cricklewood for six years we know that this is a non issue. Is it a good idea to contact our local Authority to obtain confirmation that there is no issue.
It would appear that you have a conveyancing lawyer currently acting for you. What do they say? You should enquire of your lawyer before you do anything. It is very possible that once the local authority has been informed of a potential issue it cannot be insured against (a bit like being diagnosed with a serious illness and then taking out life insurance to cover that same ailment)
The estate agent has sent us the confirmation of our purchase of a new build flat in Cricklewood. Conveyancing is necessary evil at the best of times but I have never purchased a new build flat before. What sort of enquires would be asked in new build conveyancing.
Set out below are examples of a selection of leasehold new build enquiries that you should expect your new-build leasehold conveyancing in Cricklewood
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There must be mutual enforceability of lessee’s covenants. If there are lifts in the building, please confirm that the owners of flats on the ground and basement floors will not be required to contribute towards the cost of maintenance and renewal. Where service of notices and proceedings can be at the property demised please confirm that this can be amended to include simultaneous services at the Lessees’ solicitors’ offices where the Lessee from time to time is not resident in the UK - such solicitors may be varied by notice in writing to the Landlord from time to time but otherwise will be as previously specified. Forfeiture - bankruptcy or liquidation must not apply under this provision.
What does commercial conveyancing in Cricklewood cover?
Commercial conveyancing in Cricklewood incorporates a wide range of advice, offered by qualified solicitors, relating to business premises. By way of example, this area of conveyancing can cover the sale or purchase of freehold business premises or, more commonly, the transfer of existing business tenancies or the drafting of new leasing arrangements. Commercial conveyancing solicitors can also offer advice on the sale of business assets, commercial loans and the termination of tenancies.
My father-in-law has suggested that I instruct his lawyers for conveyancing in Cricklewood. Do I follow his recommendation?
Much as we are happy to recommend a Cricklewood conveyancing lawyer it’s preferable to find a conveyancing lawyer is to get guidance from friends or relatives who have actually experience in using the solicitor that you are contemplating using.
I today become aware that one of the partners of the solicitors handling the purchase conveyancing in Cricklewood is an aunty of the owners that we are purchasing from. Is this permitted?
On the basis that there is no conflict of interest this should be fine. If you are needing a mortgage then the bank may have a say as many lenders have specific requirements concerning this. For example for RBS - Direct Line as of 15/6/2025, the requirements read as follows :