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5 reasons to let us help you choose a local conveyancing solicitor in Thurrock

  • 1 The mark of a good conveyancing solicitor in Thurrock 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.
  • 2 Notwithstanding what other sites may claim it just might be important to attend your solicitor to execute legal papers. Too many 3rd parties are already engaged in a homemove without having to include the postman into the equation.
  • 3 Personal touch together with pure property expertise are key benefits that you should look for when selecting conveyancing solicitors. Thurrock property deals can become a lot more protracted because of lack of transparency between all the parties. The lawyers listed endeavour to make sure that the lines of communication are open and act on arising issues and developments instantly.
  • 4 Conveyancer conveyancing lawyers have valuable personal links with Thurrock selling agents and work very closely with them and local surveyors so as to ensure transactions proceed expeditiously.
  • 5 Retaining the services of a a family Solicitor on the whole means that you will receive a more bespoke service. Online forums often suggest that in selecting a large conveyancing firm, your transaction is dealt with by a team of people who who update you by determining whether the ‘computers says no’.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Thurrock since July 2025*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Thurrock

Would the conveyancing practitioners revealed via your search tool handle right to buy conveyancing in Thurrock?

We have identified plenty of conveyancing lawyers carrying out right to buy conveyancing You should get in touch with the conveyancers listed in order to obtain a costs illustration.

Should conveyancers request money up-front for my conveyancing in Thurrock?

If you are buying a property in Thurrock your lawyer will ask you place them with funds to cover the search fees. This will be the total of the cost of the conveyancing searches. If any deposit is payable against the sale price then this should be asked for shortly in advance of contracts are exchanged. Any further balance that is due should be sent to your lawyer a couple of days ahead of the completion date.

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

In theory, you could use a solicitor that is not on the Virgin Money conveyancing panel, but Virgin Money 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.

My aunt informed me that in purchasing a property in Thurrock there may be a number of restrictions limiting what one can do in terms of external alterations to the property. Is this right?

We are aware of a number of properties in Thurrock which have some sort of restriction or requirement of consent to external alterations. Part of the conveyancing in Thurrock should determine what restrictions are applicable and advising you as part of a ROT that should be sent to you.

I am due to move home in December. Will my conveyancing solicitor liaise with the removal company on the day of completion. As an aside, can you put forward a removal company in Thurrock. Conveyancing firm was chosen before I stumbled across your website.

On the day of completion you will need to pick up the keys from the estate agent however this can only happen when the previous owners solicitors advise the agent that they acknowledge receipt of the completion payment and the keys can be passed over. Subsequently you will need to tell the removal company that you are ready to move in. We are not in a position to recommend a particular removal organisation but can help you locate a residential property solicitor in Thurrock or a lawyer that specialises in conveyancing in Thurrock.

Can you point me to a directory of Co-operative panel solicitors in Thurrock on the Building Society Association’s Website?

No. There is no such tool on the Council of Mortgage Lenders or Building Society Association sites. Very few lenders make their panel listings available over the internet. If you are in need of a Thurrock conveyancing practitioner on the Co-operative please use our tool.

I need to retain a conveyancing solicitor for residential conveyancing in Thurrock. I've land on a web site which appears to be the perfect answer If there is a chance to get all the legals done via web that would be preferable. Do I need to be concerned? What should out be looking out for?

As usual with these online conveyancers you need to read ALL the small print - did you notice the extra charge for dealing with the mortgage?

I am hoping to exchange soon on a basement flat in Thurrock. Conveyancing lawyers have said that they report fully on Monday. Are there areas in the report that I should be focusing on?

Your report on title for your leasehold conveyancing in Thurrock should include some of the following:

    Will you be prohibited or prevented from having pets in the property? What options are open to you if another tenant in the building breaches a clause of their lease? The landlord’s rights to access the premises. You should be made aware that your landlord has rights of access as well as be informed how much notice must be provided. Responsibility to repair and maintain the main walls and foundations. It is essential for you to know which party is responsible the repair and maintenance of all parts of the block and communal areas Does the lease require carpeting throughout thus preventing wood flooring?
For a comprehensive list of information to be included in your report on your leasehold property in Thurrock please enquire of your solicitor in advance of your conveyancing in Thurrock.

Thurrock Leasehold Conveyancing - Sample of Questions you should ask Prior to buying

    What is the name of the managing agents? How much is the annual maintenance fee and ground rent? Generally speaking the outlay for major works tend not to be included within service charges, although a few managing agents in Thurrock obliged leasehold owners to pay into a reserve fund and this is used to offset against larger works.

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Residential Landlord and Tenant Conveyancing solicitors in Thurrock

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

  • Hattens Solicitors, 90 Orsett Road, Grays, Essex, RM17 5ER
  • Cumming & Riley, 11a High Street, Grays, Essex, RM17 6NB
  • M. Reynolds Partnership Solicitors, 24 London Road, Grays, Essex, RM17 5XY
  • Attwood & Co, 20 London Road, Grays, Essex, RM17 5XY
  • Penmans, Stanhope House, Stanford-le-Hope, Essex, SS17 0HA

Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Thurrock regulated by the SRA

The list below is a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in Thurrock practicing in commercial conveyancing in Thurrock. This could include advice on buying and selling small and large scale commercial property and agricultural land
  • Hattens Solicitors, 90 Orsett Road, Grays, Essex, RM17 5ER
  • Cumming & Riley, 11a High Street, Grays, Essex, RM17 6NB
  • M. Reynolds Partnership Solicitors, 24 London Road, Grays, Essex, RM17 5XY
  • Attwood & Co, 20 London Road, Grays, Essex, RM17 5XY
  • Penmans, Stanhope House, Stanford-le-Hope, Essex, SS17 0HA

Residential conveyancing in Thurrock almost always comprises the following:

  • Property lawyer instructed by the seller on acceptance of the offer
  • Investigating the title to the property
  • Drawing up the contract and related papers
  • Submitting draft papers to the conveyancing practitioner representing the buyer
  • Finalising the wording for contracts and answering additional queries from the buyer’s conveyancing practitioner
  • Agreeing the transfer document
  • Replying to requisitions submitted by the buyer’s conveyancing practitioner
  • Proceeding to exchange of contracts and then completion of the sale
  • Accepting the sale proceeds and wiring funds to the owner, the estate agent and repaying the home loan (where relevant)

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

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