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Reasons to use our West Kensington conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 The mark of a good conveyancing solicitor in West Kensington is quality not quantity. The level of service offered by conveyancing "factories" (sometimes 'recommended' by national chain estate agents) sometimes falls short of the high standards of professionalism you would hope for.
  • 2 This site is the first site that enables you the ability to check that your conveyancing in West Kensington will be carried out by a conveyancer on your lender’s conveyancing panel.
  • 3 Personal touch together with pure property expertise are key benefits that you should look for when choosing conveyancing solicitors. West Kensington home moves can become a lot more protracted because of poor communication between all the parties. The lawyers listed ensure that communication channels are open and act on arising issues and developments expeditiously.
  • 4 Regardless other sites inform you it may be important to attend your conveyancer to sign legal papers. There are enough parties with an interest in a conveyancing transaction without having to include the postman into the pot.
  • 5 Peace of mind comes when you select the very best, most recommended conveyancing solicitors. West Kensington has a number to choose from, but for a truly professional and reliable service many local people have been use the recommendation of this site.

Examples of recent conveyancing in West Kensington since January 2025*

Purchase

of flat Fulham Road SW6 5PG, purchased for £545,000. Leasehold conveyancing work included: sending conveyancing papers to buyers representatives, sending the transfer to the seller for signature in readiness for completion, obtaining official copies of the title

Sale

of flat Stowe Road W12 8BW, at the agreed amount of £700,000. Leasehold conveyancing included: dealing with appropriate requisitions and enquiries, securing official copies of the title, setting up the completion formalities

Disposal

of apartment Cleveland Road SW13 0AA, at the agreed price of £600,000. Leasehold conveyancing included: dealing with appropriate requisitions and enquiries, agreeing completion date with parties, preparing statement detailing charges

Transfer

of semi-detached residence, Stanley Road, SW14 7DZ completing on 29/01/2025 at a price of £900,500. The legal transfer of property incorporates some of the following tasks: drafting the sale agreement and Transfer, dealing with appropriate requisitions and enquiries, sending the transfer to the vendor for execution in preparation for completion

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in West Kensington

I am considering applying for a Kent Reliance mortgage for purchase of a newly converted (under development) in West Kensington with 60% loan to value. Is it compulsory to choose a solicitor on the conveyancing panel for Kent Reliance ?

There is nothing to stop you using your solicitor, but Kent Reliance will insist on their interests being represented by a firm on their conveyancing panel. There is much more potential for delays and confusion with an additional lawyer added to the mix, and it will undoubtedly be more expensive too.

How can we tell if a West Kensington conveyancing solicitor on the UBS panel is any good?

When it comes to conveyancing in West Kensington getting recommendations is a sensible start. Before you go ahead, check if they offer a no sale no fee offer. Also, you often get what you pay for - a firm which quotes more, will often provide a better service than one which is cheap as chips. We would always advocate that you speak with the solicitor handling your conveyancing.

The formalities of my remortgage has taken place for my property in West Kensington. Conveyancing was satisfactory but I would like to complain about the lender. Who do I contact should I wish to lodge a complaint?

Almost all banks and building societies have complaints procedures. Your first point of contact should be one of the lender’s branches or the Customer Services Team at head office. We understand that complaints to a lender are sorted out effectively and efficiently. However if you are not satisfied that the matter is not resolved you can write to Financial Ombudsman Service who will take matters further.

Our offer on a detached house in West Kensington has been accepted, the sellers do nevertheless have a connected purchase. The vendors have placed an offer on a property, however it’s not yet agreed to, and are looking at other flats booked. I have instructed a high street conveyancing solicitor in West Kensington. What should be my next step? When do I get the mortgage application with Virgin Money going?

It is understandable to have apprehensions where there is a chain as you are unlikely to want to be too out of pocket prematurely (home loan application is in the region of one thousand pounds, then valuation, West Kensington conveyancing search costs, etc). The first course of action is to ensure that your property lawyer is on the Virgin Money approved list. Concerning the next stages this very much dictated by the uniqueness of your case, attraction to this property and on the state of the market. In a hot market the majority of purchasers would apply for a home loan with Virgin Money and arrange for the valuation and only if it was satisfactory would they ask their conveyancing practitioner to press on with searches.

3 months have elapsed since my purchase conveyancing in West Kensington concluded. I have checked the Land Registry site which shows that I paid £150,000 when infact I paid £215,000. Why the discrepancy?

The price paid figure is taken from the application to register the purchase. It is the figure included in the Transfer (the legal deed which transfers the asset from one person to the other) and referred to as the 'consideration' or purchase price. You can report an error in the price paid figure using the LR online form. In most cases errors result from typos so at first glance the figure. Do report it so they can double check and advise.

How does conveyancing in West Kensington differ for newly converted properties?

Most buyers of new build property in West Kensington come to us having been asked by the housebuilder to exchange contracts and commit to the purchase even before the property is constructed. This is because house builders in West Kensington tend to buy the land, plan the estate and want to get the plots sold off as they are building the properties. Buyers, therefore, will have to exchange contracts without actually seeing the house they are buying. To reduce the chances of losing the property, buyers should instruct conveyancing solicitors as soon as the property is reserved and mortgage applications should be submitted quickly. Due to the fact that it could be several months and even years between exchange of contracts and completion, the mortgage offer may need to be extended. It would be wise to use a lawyer who specialises in new build conveyancing especially if they are used to new build conveyancing in West Kensington or who has acted in the same development.

How do I use your search tool to select a conveyancing solicitor in West Kensington on the authorised to act for my bank?

1st select a bank such as Santander, Norwich and Peterborough Building Society or TSB then specify your location for instance West Kensington. Conveyancing practices in West Kensington and further afield should be identified.

In scouring the web for the term on line conveyancing in West Kensington it shows results of numerous conveyancersin the vicinity. How do I determine which is the right solicitor for my move?

The ideal method of choosing the right conveyancer is through a personal testimonial, so ask colleagues and relatives who have acquired a property in West Kensington or a local estate agent or financial adviser. Costs for conveyancing in West Kensington differ, so it's a good idea to obtain at least four fee estimates from varying types of law firms. Be sure to secure confirmation that the fees are fixed.

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in West Kensington regulated by the SRA

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

  • Hoffman-bokaei Solicitors, Suite 2, Exhibition House, Addison Bridge Place, Hammersmith Road Kensington Olympia, London, London, W14 8XP
  • George Anthony Andrews, 74 Pembroke Road, Kensington, London, W8 6NX
  • Gardiners Solicitors, 19-21 North End Road, West Kensington, London, W14 8ST
  • Paul Hampton Solicitors, 72 Hammersmith Road, London, London, W14 8TH
  • Bromptons, 219 Kensington High Street, London, W8 6BD

Residential Landlord and Tenant Conveyancing solicitors in West Kensington

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in West Kensington practicing in landlord and tenant law and on the regulations governing different types of tenancies. This should include advice on Court proceedings for possession

  • Hoffman-bokaei Solicitors, Suite 2, Exhibition House, Addison Bridge Place, Hammersmith Road Kensington Olympia, London, London, W14 8XP
  • George Anthony Andrews, 74 Pembroke Road, Kensington, London, W8 6NX
  • Paul Hampton Solicitors, 72 Hammersmith Road, London, London, W14 8TH
  • Whatley & Co, 42 Sinclair Road, London, W14 0NH
  • Mils Solicitors, Flat 27b The Mansions, 252 Old Brompton Road, London, SW5 9HW

Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in West Kensington regulated by the SRA

The firms listed below are a small selection of solicitors in West Kensington with expertise in commercial conveyancing in West Kensington. This could include advice on re-mortgaging commercial property
  • Hoffman-bokaei Solicitors, Suite 2, Exhibition House, Addison Bridge Place, Hammersmith Road Kensington Olympia, London, London, W14 8XP
  • George Anthony Andrews, 74 Pembroke Road, Kensington, London, W8 6NX
  • Gardiners Solicitors, 19-21 North End Road, West Kensington, London, W14 8ST
  • R.gibbs Solicitors, Kensington Centre, Fifth Floor, 66 Hammersmith Road, London, W14 8UD
  • Paul Hampton Solicitors, 72 Hammersmith Road, London, London, W14 8TH

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

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