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If you have reached us by Googling ‘Conveyancing in Chorlton cum Hardy’ follow your intuition — you will have a better house move where you instruct a conveyancing solicitor in Chorlton cum Hardy.

Reasons to use our Chorlton cum Hardy conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 Chorlton cum Hardy solicitors are likely to acquainted with the local Land Registry Office, Local Authority and property agents
  • 2 Retaining the services of a local Solicitor usually results in a more bespoke service. Online forums often suggest that in choosing a an online conveyancing factory, your matter is dealt with by a team of people who check what is happening on the file by determining whether the ‘computers says no’.
  • 3 Chorlton cum Hardy conveyancers work in partnership with Chorlton cum Hardy estate agents, property finders, surveyors, mortgage companies and other professionals to make sure that a quality service is offered to home movers every step of the way, to ensure you’re kept informed as to progress throughout
  • 4 The hallmark of our conveyancing solicitors in Chorlton cum Hardy is quality not quantity. The level of service offered by conveyancing "factories" (sometimes 'recommended' by national chain estate agents) often falls short of the high standards of professionalism you would hope for.
  • 5 Over the years Chorlton cum Hardy property lawyer have established very good working relationships with Chorlton cum Hardy local estate agents, banks, building societies, landlords and property developers enabling them to liaise at speed with all concerned in the process of undertaking your conveyancing in Chorlton cum Hardy.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Chorlton cum Hardy since June 2025*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Chorlton cum Hardy

We are selling our house in Chorlton cum Hardy and the buyers lawyers are claiming that there is a possibility that the property was constructed land that was not decontaminated. Any local conveyancer would know this is not the case. It does beg the question why the purchasers instructed an internet conveyancing practice rather than a conveyancing solicitor in Chorlton cum Hardy. We have lived in Chorlton cum Hardy for six years we know that this is a non issue. Is it a good idea to contact our local Authority to obtain confirmation that the buyers are looking for.

It sounds as though you may have a conveyancing lawyer already. What do they say? You need to check with 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 sickness)

I have recentlydiscovered that Wolstenholmes have been shut down. They conducted my conveyancing in Chorlton cum Hardy for a purchase of a freehold house 18 months ago. How can I check that my home is registered correctly in the name of the former proprietor?

The quickest method to see if the premises is in your name, you can carry out a search of the land registry (£3.00). You can either do this yourself or ask a law firm to do this for you. If you are not registered you can seek help from one of a number of Chorlton cum Hardy conveyancing specialists.

Yesterday I discovered that there is a flying freehold issue on a property I have offered on a fortnight ago in what should have been a straight forward, chain free conveyancing. Chorlton cum Hardy is the location of the property. Is there any guidance you can give?

Flying freeholds in Chorlton cum Hardy are not the norm but are more likely to exist in relation to terraced houses. Even where you use a solicitor outside Chorlton cum Hardy you must be sure that your lawyer goes through the deeds thoroughly. Your lender may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Chorlton cum Hardy may determine that this is not enough and that the deeds be re-written to give you the most up to date legal protection. If so, the next door neighbour also had to sign up to the revised deeds.It is possible that your lender will not accept the situation so the sooner you find out the better. You should also check with your insurance broker as to whether they will insure a flying freehold property.

I need to retain a conveyancing solicitor for leasehold conveyancing in Chorlton cum Hardy. I have land on a web site which appears to be the perfect offering If it is possible to get all formalities done via phone 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?

What advice can you give us when it comes to finding a Chorlton cum Hardy conveyancing practice to carry out our lease extension conveyancing?

If you are instructing a conveyancer for your lease extension (regardless if they are a Chorlton cum Hardy conveyancing firm) it is essential that he or she should be familiar with the legislation and specialises in this area of conveyancing. We advise that you talk with two or three firms including non Chorlton cum Hardy conveyancing practices before you instructing a firm. Where the conveyancing practice is ALEP accredited then that’s a bonus. The following questions could be of use:

    If the firm is not ALEP accredited then what is the reason? Can they put you in touch with clients in Chorlton cum Hardy who can give a testimonial?

I acquired a leasehold flat in Chorlton cum Hardy, conveyancing was carried out 9 years ago. Can you work out an approximate cost of a lease extension? Comparable flats in Chorlton cum Hardy with over 90 years remaining are worth £197,000. The average or mid-range amount of ground rent is £55 invoiced annually. The lease terminates on 21st October 2080

With just 55 years unexpired the likely cost is going to range between £31,400 and £36,200 plus legals.

The suggested premium range that we have given is a general guide to costs for extending a lease, but we are not able to advice on the actual costs without more comprehensive due diligence. You should not use this information in a Notice of Claim or as an informal offer. There may be additional issues that need to be considered and you obviously should be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. Please do not move forward placing reliance on this information without first getting professional advice.

How do I find a Chorlton cum Hardy conveyancing solicitor on the mortgage company conveyancing panel? I have a car and am prepared to travel up to 20miles to meet the lawyer.

You can use the find a conveyancing panel search on this website. Please choose the lender and your location, in this case Chorlton cum Hardy and you will see a number of lawyer located nearest Chorlton cum Hardy. Alternatively you can type in the name of your proposed law firm and see if they are listed as being on the lender solicitor panel.

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Chorlton cum Hardy regulated by the SRA

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

  • Sajjad Karim Solicitors, First Floor, 442-444 Barlow Moor Road, Manchester, Lancashire, M21 0BQ
  • Pennine Kennedy Solicitors, 450 Barlow Moor Road, Chorlton, Manchester, Lancashire, M21 0BQ
  • John Poyser & Co Ltd, 5a High Lane, Chorlton, Manchester, Lancashire, M21 9DJ
  • Lawyers Incorporated Limited, 100 Norwood Road, Manchester, M32 8PP
  • Range Solicitors, 120a Withington Road, Whalley Range, Manchester, Lancashire, M16 8FA

Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Chorlton cum Hardy regulated by the SRA

The firms listed below are a small selection of solicitors in Chorlton cum Hardy specialising in commercial conveyancing in Chorlton cum Hardy. This may include advice on complex issues under the Landlord and Tenant Act of 1954
  • Sajjad Karim Solicitors, First Floor, 442-444 Barlow Moor Road, Manchester, Lancashire, M21 0BQ
  • Pennine Kennedy Solicitors, 450 Barlow Moor Road, Chorlton, Manchester, Lancashire, M21 0BQ
  • John Poyser & Co Ltd, 5a High Lane, Chorlton, Manchester, Lancashire, M21 9DJ
  • Lawyers Incorporated Limited, 100 Norwood Road, Manchester, M32 8PP
  • Range Solicitors, 120a Withington Road, Whalley Range, Manchester, Lancashire, M16 8FA

Planning law solicitors in Chorlton cum Hardy regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority

The solicitors listed below are a small selection of solicitors in Chorlton cum Hardy with expertise in planning law. The solicitors can give expert legal advice on all aspects of planning, including tree preservation orders
  • Berg, 35 Peter Street, Manchester, Lancashire, M2 5BG
  • Dwf Llp, 1 Scott Place, 2 Hardman Street, Manchester, Lancashire, M3 3AA
  • Brindle & Yam Solicitors, First Floor, 50 Faulkner Street, Manchester, Lancashire, M1 4FH
  • Berrymans Lace Mawer Llp, Kings House, 42 King Street West, Manchester, Lancashire, M3 2NU
  • Read Roper & Read, 11th Floor, Alberton House, St. Marys Parsonage, Manchester, Lancashire, M3 2WJ

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

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