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  • 1 We are the UKs most comprehensive domestic conveyancing directory listing lender approved law practices carrying out conveyancing in Hawkhurst who are regulated by the SRA or Council of Licensed Conveyancers.
  • 2 Hawkhurst conveyancer are the key to a successful Hawkhurst conveyancing experience, keeping the process under control. They are on your side throughout, offering dedicated advice for the duration of your transaction
  • 3 Hawkhurst property lawyers work in partnership with Hawkhurst estate agents, developers, surveyors, lenders and other professionals to make sure that a quality service is offered to buyers and sellers every step of the way, never losing sight of the time-critical nature behind your conveyancing transaction
  • 4 The Hawkhurst conveyancing practitioners that are listed are committed to providing value for money, efficient and accessible conveyancing service to purchasers, sellers and investors in Hawkhurst
  • 5 Using a high street Solicitor generally means that you will receive a more personalised service. When using a large conveyancing firm, your matter is handled by a team of people who who progress matters by reading from their computer screens.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Hawkhurst since January 2025*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Hawkhurst

We are buying a 3 bedroom apartment in Hawkhurst with a mortgage. We like our Hawkhurst solicitor, but the mortgage company advise he's not on their "panel". It seems we have no choice but to select one of the mortgage company panel firms or retain our Hawkhurst property lawyer and pay for one of their panel ones to act for them. We regard this is inequitable; can we not insist that the mortgage company use our Hawkhurst solicitor ?

Unfortunately,no. Your mortgage offer is subject to its terms and conditions, one of which will be that lawyers will on the bank’s conveyancing panel. Until recently, most lenders had large numbers of law firms on their panels: a borrower could choose one for themselves, as long as it was on the lender's panel. The lender would then simply instruct the borrower's lawyers to act for the lender, too. You can use your lender's panel lawyers or you could borrow from another lender which does not restrict your choice. Another option that might be available is for your Hawkhurst conveyancing solicitor to apply to be on the conveyancing panel.

It is is a decade since I bought my house in Hawkhurst. Conveyancing solicitors have recently been appointed on the sale but I can't locate the deeds. Will this jeopardise the sale?

You need not be too concerned. First there is a chance that the deeds will be retained by the lender or they could be in the possession of the solicitor who oversaw the purchase. Secondly in all probability the land will be recorded at the land registry and you will be able to establish that you own the property by your conveyancing solicitors acquiring up to date copy of the land registers. The vast majority of conveyancing in Hawkhurst involves registered property but in the unlikely event that your home is unregistered it is more of a problem but is resolvable.

I am selling our home in Hawkhurst and the buyers lawyers are claiming that there is a risk of it being built land that was not decontaminated. Any high street Hawkhurst 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 rather than a conveyancing solicitor in Hawkhurst. Having lived in Hawkhurst for 5 years we know of no issue. Is it a good idea to contact our local Authority to obtain clarification that there is no issue.

It sounds as though you may have a conveyancing firm already. 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 health insurance to cover that same ailment)

The estate agent has sent us the confirmation of our purchase of a new build flat in Hawkhurst. Conveyancing is a frightening process 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 legal work.

Set out below are examples of a few leasehold new build questions that you may expect your new-build leasehold conveyancing in Hawkhurst

    The Landlord must covenant to assume the management if the Management Company goes into liquidation or otherwise defaults in running the management scheme. Will the freehold then be transferred for a nominal consideration (not exceeding £100) to the Management Company? Has the Lease plan been approved by the Land Registry and if not when will they be lodged for this purpose? The Lease must contain a provision on behalf of the Vendor to pay the service charges in respect of unoccupied units in order to ensure that all services can be provided. The Vendor must covenant to keep unoccupied units in good repair until long leases are granted therefore.

My partner has suggested that I appoint his conveyancing solicitors in Hawkhurst. Should I use them?

Much as we are happy to recommend a Hawkhurst conveyancing lawyer the ideal way to choose a conveyancing practitioner is to seek referrals from friends or relatives who have actually experience in using the solicitor that you are considering.

Last December I purchased a leasehold flat in Hawkhurst. Do I have any liability for service charges for periods before completion of my purchase?

Where the service charge has already been demanded from the previous lessee and they have not paid you would not usually be personally liable for the arrears. Strange as it may seem, your landlord may still be able to take action to forfeit the lease. It is an essential part of leasehold conveyancing for your conveyancer to ensure to have an up to date clear service charge receipt before completion of your purchase. If you have a mortgage this is likely to be a requirement of your lender.

If you purchase part way through an accounting year you may be liable for charges not yet demanded even if they relate to a period prior to your purchase. In such circumstances your conveyancer would normally arrange for the seller to set aside some money to cover their part of the period (usually called a service charge retention).

I purchased a 1st floor flat in Hawkhurst, conveyancing was carried out 9 years ago. Can you let me have an estimate of the premium that my landlord can legally expect in return for granting a renewal of my lease? Comparable flats in Hawkhurst with a long lease are worth £185,000. The ground rent is £65 levied per year. The lease ceases on 21st October 2085

You have 60 years left to run the likely cost is going to range between £20,000 and £23,000 plus costs.

The figure above a general guide to costs for extending a lease, but we are not able to provide a more accurate figure in the absence of comprehensive investigations. Do not use the figures in tribunal or court proceedings. There may be other issues that need to be taken into account and clearly you want to be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. You should not take any other action based on this information before seeking the advice of a professional.

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Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Hawkhurst regulated by the SRA

The list below is a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in Hawkhurst practicing in commercial conveyancing in Hawkhurst. This will likely include advice on commercial leases including all matters relating to landlord and tenant law
  • Crookeslaw Solicitors, 16 Sunnybank, The Mount, Flimwell, Wadhurst, East Sussex, TN5 7QR
  • Feltons Law, 49 High Street, Cranbrook, Kent, TN17 3EE

Transfer of Equity conveyancing in Hawkhurst is a complex business, both legally and administratively. The exact order of events varies slightly, below are some of the tasks in the process:

  • Obtaining instructions from parties involved
  • Collating the documents evidencing the title to the property
  • Following instructions from the mortgage company (where relevant)
  • Agreeing the terms of the transaction
  • Drafting Transfer or approving the Transfer deed
  • Agreeing adjustments to the the Transfer deed
  • Corresponding with parties concerning the Transfer
  • Agreeing and preparing for completion
  • Receiving and transferring monies to the appropriate parties
  • Completing and submitting to HM Revenue and Customs the appropriate SDLT forms and payment
  • Dealing with the registration procedures for the buyer and the mortgage (if applicable) at the Land Registry.

Hawkhurst commercial property solicitors provide expert offering advice on numerous issues across all aspects of commercial property law

    Land use planning and environmental matters Property finance for investment and development loans for lenders and borrowers Options and guarantees Offices, shops or industrial units Hotels, public houses and restaurants

Neighboring Locations

Paddock Wood
Cranbrook
Burwash
Hawkhurst
Hurst Green
Robertsbridge
Battle

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

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