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Cheap conveyancing in Downend does not necessarily mean low quality - but the odds are stacked against you

5 reasons to let us help you find a high street conveyancing solicitor in Downend

  • 1 Chances are that the other side’s conveyancers have offices in Downend - if so both parties will be on good working terms
  • 2 Downend property lawyers have a significant advantage when it comes to Downend conveyancing as they have valuable local knowledge of local authority requirements, planning policies and other issues that will impact your sale or purchase
  • 3 The hallmark of our conveyancing solicitors in Downend 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.
  • 4 Low cost packages from online conveyancers might be tempting. However, these companies are often located hundreds of miles away with limited understanding of the factors that impact property transactions in Downend
  • 5 Conveyancer conveyancing firms have extremely good personal links with Downend selling agents and work very closely with them and local surveyors so as to ensure transactions proceed expeditiously.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Downend since April 2025*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Downend

I am hoping to receive a mortgage with Halifax. I hope to use a Licensed Conveyancer in Downend. Does the Halifax Conveyancing panel exclude Licensed Conveyancers?

The Halifax conveyancing panel is, like many other lenders, represented by the CML or Building Society Association, open to Licensed Conveyancers regulated by the CLC.

Would the conveyancing solicitors via your comparison service conduct conveyancing in Downend by way of an attended exchange?

We do have a number of conveyancing specialists who can conduct personalised exchanges. You should contact us to receive a fee calculation and details as to availability.

We see that you have a post code search directory identifying firms on the Principality conveyancing panel. Do companies pay you a commission if I appoint them for our own conveyancing in Downend?

We are a listing service only for law firms wishing to communicate if they are on the Principality conveyancing panel or other lender panels. We do not charge referral fees to any conveyancer that you subsequently appoint for your conveyancing in Downend.

The estate agent has sent us the confirmation of our purchase of a new build flat in Downend. Conveyancing is necessary evil at the best of times but I have never purchased a new build flat before. What sort of enquires would be asked in new build conveyancing.

Here are examples of a few leasehold new build questions that you may expect your new-build leasehold conveyancing in Downend

    Where there is an Undertaking being granted there is the risk of forfeiture of the Headlease subject to relief if one or more of the Underlessees are willing to accept the original Head Lessee’s obligations as otherwise relief will be denied to the Underlessees. The only alternatives are the Head Lessor agreeing not to forfeit the Headlease or the Head Lessee guaranteeing to the Underlessees that it will not be in breach of the Headlease. The Landlord must covenant to assume the management if the Management Company goes into liquidation or otherwise defaults in running the management scheme. Will control of the Management Company (if any) be handed over to purchasers on completion of the last sale or earlier? If there are lifts in the building, please confirm that the owners of flats on the ground and basement floors will not be required to contribute towards the cost of maintenance and renewal. Has the Lease plan been approved by the Land Registry and if not when will they be lodged for this purpose?

Should I be concerned by brokers that I am dealing with are encouraging me to use an internet conveyancing firm as opposed to a High Street Downend conveyancing practice?

As is the case with lots of professional services, often referrals from family and friends can be extremely useful or valuable. Yet there are lots of players in a conveyancing deal; estate agents, financial adviser and lenders may suggest conveyancers to appoint. Sometimes the lawyers might be known to one of the organisations as one of the best in their field, but sometimes there is an underlying financial incentive behind the recommendation. You are free to choose your own conveyancer. Don't forget that most banks specify a panel list of conveyancers you are obliged to use for the mortgage aspect of your conveyancing.

As co-executor for the will of my grandfather I am disposing of a property in Neath but reside in Downend. My conveyancer (based 300 miles from meneeds me to execute a statutory declaration before the transaction finalising. Could you suggest a conveyancing solicitor in Downend to attest and place their company stamp on the document?

Technically speaking you are unlikely to be required to have the documents witnessed by a conveyancing solicitor. Normally or notary public or solicitor will suffice regardless of whether they are Downend based

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Residential Landlord and Tenant Conveyancing solicitors in Downend

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

  • Davis Wood, 884 Fishponds Road, Fishponds, Bristol, Avon, BS16 3XB
  • Barcan+kirby Llp, 111-117 Regent Street, Kingswood, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS15 8LJ
  • Batchelor Sharp, 377-381 Two Mile Hill Road, Kingswood, Bristol, ., BS15 1AD
  • Dac Beachcroft Claims Limited, Portwall Place, C/o Dac Beachcroft Llp, Portwall Lane, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS1 9HS
  • South West Law (legal Services In The Community) Limited, 2nd Floor, 48-54 West Street, St. Philips, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS2 0BL

Domestic Licensed Conveyancers in Downend regulated by the CLC

Please be aware that the listed conveyancers do not limit their work for conveyancing in Downend but also conveyancing throughout England and Wales.
  • Ocean Property Lawyers Ltd, Unit 7 The Willow Brook Centre, BS32 8BS
  • Ocean Property Lawyers Ltd, 199 Gloucester Road, BS7 8BG
  • Hoffman Male, Regus Aztec West, BS32 4AQ
  • Key Property Lawyers Limited, Barley Lodge, BS31 2BP
  • Ocean Property Lawyers Ltd, 73 Westbury Hill, BS9 3AD

Planning law solicitors in Downend regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority

The firms listed below are a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in Downend practicing in planning law. The solicitors can give expert legal advice on all aspects of planning, including compulsory purchases in Downend
  • Martin Evans, 36 Laurie Crescent, Henleaze, Bristol, Avon, BS9 4TA
  • Burges Salmon Llp, 1 Glass Wharf, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS2 0ZX
  • Bevan Brittan Llp, Kings Orchard, 1 Queen Street, Bristol, Bristol, BS2 0HQ
  • Bond Pearce Llp, 3 Temple Quay, Temple Back East, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS1 6DZ
  • Open Trustees Limited, 2 Temple Back East, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS1 6EG

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

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