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Logical reasons to use our service to assist you select a local conveyancing solicitor in Fitzrovia

  • 1 The Fitzrovia conveyancing firms that are listed are committed to providing the most cost, efficient and accessible conveyancing service to borrowers, sellers and investors in Fitzrovia
  • 2 Solicitors that specialise in conveyancing in Fitzrovia have a grasp oflocal issues peculiar to Fitzrovia and therefore you may benefit from better guidance and speedier conveyancing.
  • 3 The mark of a good conveyancing solicitor in Fitzrovia 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.
  • 4 Fitzrovia property lawyers will have connections at the local Land Registry Office, Local Authority and selling agents
  • 5 Chances are that the other side’s solicitors have offices in Fitzrovia - if so sets of lawyers will be less confrontational

Examples of recent conveyancing in Fitzrovia since October 2019*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Fitzrovia

We hired a local lawyer for my conveyancing in Fitzrovia today. Reviewing the small print I notewe are responsible for fees even if the dealdoes not go ahead. Would I be best advised to use an on-line solicitor practice advertising no move no charge conveyancing in Fitzrovia?

It is usually ‘give and take’ in that if "No Sale No Fee" is advertised then the fee levels will generally be uplifted to offset those cases that abort. Also remember that these promotions rarely protect you from disbursements such your Fitzrovia conveyancing search charges.

My house in Fitzrovia is up for sale and I have a purchaser. Does the solicitor need to be on the Virgin Money conveyancing panel in order to deal with repayment of my mortgage?

Ordinarily, even if your lawyer is not on the Virgin Money conveyancing panel they can still act for you on your sale. It might be that the lender will not release the original deeds (if applicable and increasingly irrelevant) until after the mortgage is paid off. You should speak to your lawyer directly before you start the process though to ensure that there is no problem as lenders are changing their requirements fairly frequently currently.

We are aiming to move house in April. Will my conveyancing solicitor communicate with the removal company on the completion day. Incidentally, can you put forward a removal company in Fitzrovia. Conveyancing firm was organised prior to coming across this page.

On the day of completion you can collect the keys from your property agent however this can only be done after the vendors lawyers confirm to the agent that they have the completion monies and the keys can be passed over. After that you can advise the removal company that you are ready to move in. As a matter of policy we do not recommend a particular removal company but can assist you in finding a conveyancing in Fitzrovia or a solicitor that specialises in conveyancing in Fitzrovia.

Please help - my lawyer advises that lack of planning permission insurance is required on my purchase. What is the typical level of cover needed for conveyancing in Fitzrovia?

The appropriate level of lack of planning permission indemnity insurance should be dictated by who your lender. It would differ for example between HSBC Bank and Virgin Money. Conveyancing practitioners as opposed to members of the public take out such insurances.

Is it correct that all Fitzrovia CQS (Conveyancing Quality Scheme) solicitors are on the Coventry BS conveyancing panel?

It is true that some lenders now utilise the accreditation scheme as the starting point for Panel membership such as HSBC and Santander. The Law Society’s CQS membership however is no guarantee to lender panel acceptance. Nevertheless,the CML have indicated that it is likely to become a pre-requisite for solicitor practices wishing to remain on their approved list of conveyancing solicitors.

I know that there are debates on Chancel Insurance on online forums. Am I compelled to have this when acquiring a residence in Fitzrovia? or I am told that there is an ancient law that could mean that owners of property residing in a parish church boundary will be compelled to contribute towards maintenance to the chancel in proximity to the church. Is this suitable for conveyancing in Fitzrovia?

Unless a prior acquisition of the house took place post 12 October 2013 you could expect solicitors delivering conveyancing in Fitzrovia to remain recommending a chancel search and or insurance against a claim.

Do I need to be suspicious about 3rd parties that I am dealing with are recommending a national conveyancing firm rather than a High Street Fitzrovia conveyancing company?

As with many professional services, often referrals from family and friends can be worth their weight in gold. Yet there are many players in a conveyancing deal; estate agents, mortgage brokers and banks might all recommend conveyancers to select. On occasion these conveyancers might be known to one of the organisations as being good in their field, but occasionally there may be a commercial relationship behind the endorsement. You are at liberty to appoint your own lawyer. You need to be aware that the majority of banks have an approved list of lawyers you must use for the lender aspect of your home move.

Am in the process of buying my first house in Fitzrovia. Conveyancing practitioner already appointed. The mortgage adviser advised that a survey is not appropriate as the property is just fifteen years old.

You would be best advised to take a Home Buyer's Report. As the property was constructed more than a decade ago the property will be without a warranty, so you would be well advised not to take a risk. For a property that age with no signs of problems a Home Buyer's report may be enough. The report should highlight any apparent issues and suggest further investigation if appropriate. Where there are any signs of material issues obtain a full structural survey.

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Fitzrovia regulated by the SRA

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

  • David Goodman & Co, 34-35 Newman Street, London, W1T 1PZ
  • Magrath Llp, 66-67 Newman Street, London, London, W1T 3EQ
  • Fuglers (in Association With David Berens & Co) Llp, 70 Charlotte Street, London, W1T 4QG
  • Verto Group Legal Limited, 10 Margaret Street, Fitzrovia, London, W1W 8RL
  • Jaswal Johnston Llp, 73/75 Mortimer Street, London, London, W1W 7SQ

Residential Landlord and Tenant Conveyancing solicitors in Fitzrovia

The firms listed below are a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in Fitzrovia with expertise in landlord and tenant law and on the regulations governing different types of tenancies. This could include advice on Leasehold Valuation Tribunal proceedings

  • Fuglers (in Association With David Berens & Co) Llp, 70 Charlotte Street, London, W1T 4QG
  • Verto Group Legal Limited, 10 Margaret Street, Fitzrovia, London, W1W 8RL
  • Jaswal Johnston Llp, 73/75 Mortimer Street, London, London, W1W 7SQ
  • Simmons Gleek, 1 Duchess Street, London, W1W 6AU
  • Leigh Davis, 17 Gosfield Street, London, W1W 6HE

Planning law solicitors in Fitzrovia regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority

The solicitors listed below are a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in Fitzrovia with expertise in planning law. The solicitors can give expert legal advice on all aspects of planning, including compulsory purchases in Fitzrovia
  • Collins Benson Goldhill Llp, 26-28 Great Portland Street, London, W1W 8QT
  • Hamlins Llp, Roxburghe House, 273-287 Regent Street, London, W1B 2AD
  • Joelson Jd Llp, 30 Portland Place, London, W1B 1LZ
  • Ronaldsons Llp, 3rd Floor, 55 Gower Street, London, WC1E 6HQ
  • Tuckers Solicitors Llp, 39 Warren Street, London, London, W1T 6AF

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

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