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Reasons to use our Blackfriars conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 Excellent communication and pure property experience are key benefits that you should look for when selecting conveyancing solicitors. Blackfriars home moves can be made a lot more complicated because of poor communication between all the parties. The lawyers we work with ensure that communication channels are open and act on arising issues and developments expeditiously.
  • 2 There is a better than average chance that the the solicitors for the other party have offices in Blackfriars - if so sets of conveyancers will be less confrontational
  • 3 Firms accustomed to conveyancing in Blackfriars regularly deal withlocal concerns peculiar to Blackfriars and therefore you may benefit from better advice and expeditious conveyancing.
  • 4 Retaining the services of a local Solicitor usually results in a more personal touch. When using a an online conveyancing factory, you tend to be looked after by a team of people who check what is happening on the file by determining whether the ‘computers says no’.
  • 5 The mark of a good conveyancing solicitor in Blackfriars 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.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Blackfriars since August 2024*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Blackfriars

I am looking for value for money conveyancer. Should I go for for a national conveyancer as opposed to a high street Blackfriars conveyancing lawyer?

Existing third party connections are another important factor to consider when choosing conveyancing lawyers. Blackfriars conveyancers benefit from long term relationships with mortgage brokers and selling, local authorities, valuers and other law firms meaning the whole process is going to be much smoother for you. Hosting a wealth of insight into the local area is also a plus .

Last July we completed a house move in Blackfriars. We have noticed several issues with the property which we believe were omitted in the conveyancing searches. Is there anything we can do? Can you clarify the type of searches that needed to have been conducted for conveyancing in Blackfriars?

It is not clear from the question as what problems have arisen and if they are relate to conveyancing in Blackfriars. Conveyancing searches and investigations initiated during the buying process are supposed to help avoid problems. As part of the process, a property owner answers a form known as a SPIF. If the information ends up being incorrect, you may have a misrepresentation claim against the vendor for any losses that you have suffered. The survey should have identified any problems with the structure of the property. Assuming a detailed survey was carried out and the issues were not identified, you may have a claim against the surveyor. However, if you did not have a full survey, you may be responsible for fixing any defects that have now been noted. We would always encourage buyers to take every possible step to ensure they are completely aware of the condition of a property before purchase regardless of whether they are buying in Blackfriars.

I purchased a freehold residence in Blackfriars yet invoiced for rent, why is this and what is this?

It’s unusual for properties in Blackfriars and has limited impact for conveyancing in Blackfriars but some freehold properties in England (particularly common in North West England) pay an annual sum known as a Chief Rent or a Rentcharge to a third party who has no other legal interest in the land.

Rentcharge payments are usually between £2.00 and £5.00 per year. Rentcharges date back many centuries, but the Rent Charge Act 1977 barred the generation of fresh rentcharges post 1977.

Old rentcharges can now be extinguished by making a one off payment under the Act. Any rentcharges that are still in existence after 2037 will be dispensed with completely.

I purchased my flat on 2 May and the transaction details is yet to be on the land registry website. Should I be concerned? My conveyancing solicitor in Blackfriars advises it should be recorded in less than a month. Are titles in Blackfriars uniquely lengthy to register?

There is nothing unique about conveyancing in Blackfriars registration formalities. Rather than based on location, timescales can differ according to the party submitting the application, whether it is in order and if the Land registry must send notices to any interested parties. Currently in the region of three quarters of submission are fully dealt with in less than three weeks but occasionally there can be longer delays. Historically registration is effected after the purchaser is living at the premises so post completion formalities is not typically top priority yet where it is urgent that the the registration takes place urgently then you or your conveyancer could communicate with the Registry to express the reasoning for the application to be prioritised.

My business partner and I are intending to lease a unit on a shopping parade. Can you recommend solicitors offering no-move-no fees for commercial conveyancing in Blackfriars for under 1500k?

We are happy to recommend firms who have an in-depth of experience of commercial conveyancing in Blackfriars, including the disposal and purchase of businesses as well as simply premises. Whether you are intending to buy or sell a shop, pub, restaurant, office, retail premises or a whole business we will find you the right lawyer. Regarding the fees these will vary based on the structure and terms of the deal. Please provide us with your contact information or phone us so that we can supply you with comprehensive commercial conveyancing calculation.

In sourcing the web for the words conveyancing in Blackfriars it brings up numerous solicitorsin the area. How do I determine which is the right conveyancing solicitor for purchase transaction?

The best way of choosing a suitable conveyancer is through a personal testimonial, so enquire of colleagues and those you trust who have purchased a property in Blackfriars or the respected estate agent or mortgage broker. Costs for conveyancing in Blackfriars differ, so it's sensible to request a minimum of three fee estimates from different property lawyers. Dont forget to clarify that the fees are fixed.

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Residential Landlord and Tenant Conveyancing solicitors in Blackfriars

The list below is a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in Blackfriars specialising in landlord and tenant law and on the regulations governing different types of tenancies. This could include advice on Leasehold Valuation Tribunal proceedings

  • Dechert Llp, 160 Queen Victoria Street, London, EC4V 4QQ
  • Royds Llp, 65 Carter Lane, London, EC4V 5HF
  • Sbp Law, Glade House, 52-54 Carter Lane, London, Greater London, EC4V 5EF
  • P A Fleury & Co, 79 Carter Lane, London, London, EC4V 5EP
  • Faegre Baker Daniels Llp, 7, Pilgrim Street, London, EC4V 6LB

Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Blackfriars regulated by the SRA

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in Blackfriars with expertise in commercial conveyancing in Blackfriars. This should include advice on complex issues under the Landlord and Tenant Act of 1954
  • Dechert Llp, 160 Queen Victoria Street, London, EC4V 4QQ
  • Royds Llp, 65 Carter Lane, London, EC4V 5HF
  • Sbp Law, Glade House, 52-54 Carter Lane, London, Greater London, EC4V 5EF
  • P A Fleury & Co, 79 Carter Lane, London, London, EC4V 5EP
  • Bristows Llp, 100 Victoria Embankment, London, EC4Y 0DH

Residential Licensed Conveyancers in Blackfriars regulated by the Council of Licensed Conveyancers

Please note that the listed conveyancers do not limit their work for conveyancing in Blackfriars but also conveyancing throughout England and Wales.
  • Stratega Law Ltd, Sutherland House, W1F 7TE
  • Walter Saunders, 382 Brockley Road, SE4 2BY
  • T J Ball & Company, 49 Leytonstone Road, E15 1JA
  • R & C Property Lawyers Llp, 10A Upper Tooting Road, SW17 7PG

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

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