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Reasons to use our Deptford conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 There is a better than average chance that the other side’s solicitors have offices in Deptford - if so both parties will be on good working terms
  • 2 Low cost packages from online conveyancers might be tempting. However, these firms are often located many miles away with limited appreciation of the factors that impact property transactions in Deptford
  • 3 Deptford lawyers work in conjunction with Deptford estate agents, developers, surveyors, lenders and other professionals to ensure that the highest level of service is offered to home movers every step of the way, with the aim of reducing administrative burdens and transaction times
  • 4 Lawyer conveyancing solicitors have very good personal links with Deptford selling agents and work very closely with them and local surveyors so as to ensure transactions proceed expeditiously.
  • 5 The hallmark of our conveyancing solicitors in Deptford 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 will expect.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Deptford since August 2024*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Deptford

Is the fact that my solicitor in Deptford is not identified on my mortgage company's solicitor panel that there is a problem with the quality of his conveyancing?

That is most likely a wrong assumption to make. There are plenty of plausible explanations. Just recently a report by the solicitors regulator revealed 76% of law firms surveyed had been removed from at least one lender panel. The top 5 reasons are as follows: (1) lack of transactions (2) the lawyer is a sole practitioner (3) as part of the HSBC panel reduction (4) regulatory contact by SRA (5) accidental removal. Should you be concerned you should simply call the Deptford conveyancing practice and ask them why they are no longer on the approved list for your mortgage company.

As someone unfamiliar with conveyancing in Deptford what is the number one tip you can give me concerning the legal transfer of property in Deptford

You may not hear this from too many lawyers but conveyancing in Deptford and elsewhere in England and Wales is an adversarial process. In other words, when it comes to conveyancing there is an abundance of opportunity for confrontation between you and other parties involved in the legal transfer of property. For instance, the vendor, selling agent and sometimes the bank. Choosing a solicitor for your conveyancing in Deptford should not be taken lightly as your conveyancer is your adviser, and is the SOLE party in the process whose responsibility is to look after your best interests and to keep you safe.

There is a distinct creep in the "blame" culture- someone has to be blamed for the process taking so long. We recommend that you must always trust your lawyer above all other players when it comes to the legal transfer of property.

I am looking to buy a property and need a conveyancing solicitor in Deptford who is on the Barnsley Building Society solicitor. Can you recommend a local conveyancing firm?

Our service is limited to being a directory service for firms who wish to listed as being on the approved conveyancing panel for Barnsley Building Society in certain locations such as Deptford. We dont recommend any particular firm.

How does conveyancing in Deptford differ for newly converted properties?

Most buyers of new build residence in Deptford approach us having been asked by the housebuilder to sign contracts and commit to the purchase even before the residence is ready to move into. This is because developers in Deptford tend to purchase 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 Deptford or who has acted in the same development.

My business partner and I are looking to take over a lease of an office on a shopping parade. Can you recommend lawyers offering no-sale-no fees for commercial conveyancing in Deptford for less than 2k?

We can recommend firms who host a wealth of experience of commercial conveyancing in Deptford, including the disposal and purchase of businesses as well as simply premises. If you are intending to purchase or sell a shop, pub, restaurant, office, retail unit or a whole business we can put you in touch with the right solicitor. As for the costs this will depend on the structure and complexity of the deal. Let us have your details or call us so that we may supply you with a fixed commercial conveyancing calculation.

I need to retain a conveyancing solicitor for my conveyancing in Deptford. I happened to discover a site which looks to be the perfect answer If it is possible to get all formalities done via email that would be ideal. Should I be concerned? What are the potential pitfalls?

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?

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Deptford regulated by the SRA

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

  • Nat Ado Solicitors, 55 Deptford Broadway, London, SE8 4PH
  • Mountain Partnership Solicitors, 143 New Cross Road, London, SE14 5DJ
  • Atti & Co, 15 New Cross Road, London, SE14 5DS
  • Fitzpatrick & Co, 887 Old Kent Road, London, London, London, SE15 1NL
  • Grant Saw Solicitors Llp, 1st Floor, Norman House, 110-114 Norman Road, Greenwich, London, SE10 9EH

Residential Licensed Conveyancers in Deptford regulated by the CLC

Please be aware that the listed conveyancers do not limit their work for conveyancing in Deptford but also conveyancing throughout England and Wales.
  • Walter Saunders, 382 Brockley Road, SE4 2BY
  • T J Ball & Company, 49 Leytonstone Road, E15 1JA
  • Stratega Law Ltd, Sutherland House, W1F 7TE

Planning law solicitors in Deptford regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in Deptford with expertise in planning law. This may include advice on development on contaminated land
  • Beverley Morris & Co Incorporating Peter Egan & Co, 62 Lewisham High Street, London, London, SE13 5JH
  • Beverley Morris & Co, 35 Montpelier Vale, Blackheath Villiage, London, SE3 0TJ
  • Reynolds Porter Chamberlain Llp, Tower Bridge House, St. Katharines Way, London, E1W 1AA
  • Norton Rose Fulbright Llp, 3 More London Riverside, London, London, SE1 2AQ
  • Gowling Wlg (uk) Llp, 4 More London Riverside, London, London, SE1 2AU

Neighboring Locations

Surrey Quays
Isle of Dogs
Millwall
Deptford
New Cross
St Johns

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