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Main reasons to use our service to assist you find a local conveyancing solicitor in Exminster

  • 1 The hallmark of our conveyancing solicitors in Exminster is quality not quantity. The level of service offered by conveyancing "factories" (sometimes 'recommended' by large estate agency chains) sometimes falls short of the high standards of professionalism you will expect.
  • 2 Over the years Exminster property lawyer have developed very good links with Exminster 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 Exminster.
  • 3 Using a local Solicitor usually results in a more bespoke service. Online forums often suggest that in using a large conveyancing firm, you tend to be looked after by a team of people who who progress matters by determining whether the ‘computers says no’.
  • 4 Excellent communication and pure property experience are key benefits that you should value when selecting conveyancing solicitors. Exminster home moves can be made significantly more protracted due to lack of transparency between all the parties. The lawyers listed endeavour to make sure that the lines of communication are open and act on arising issues and developments quickly.
  • 5 On the balance of probabilities the other side’s solicitors have offices in Exminster - if so both parties will be on good working terms

Examples of recent conveyancing in Exminster since September 2025*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Exminster

Is the fact that my solicitor in Exminster is not listed on my mortgage company's solicitor panel that there is a problem with the standard of his conveyancing?

It would not be wise to jump to that conclusion. There are plenty of reasonable explanations. A recent report by the solicitors regulator revealed that over three quarters of law firms surveyed had been removed from at least one lender panel. The most common reasons for removal are: (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 Exminster conveyancing practice and ask them why they are no longer on the approved list for your lender.

Will commercial conveyancing searches reveal planned roadworks that may affect a commercial premises in Exminster?

Many commercial conveyancing solicitors in Exminster will order a SiteSolutions Highways report as it reduces the time that conveyancers invest in researching accurate data on highways that impact buildings and development assets in Exminster. The search result sets out definitive information on the adoption status of roads, footpaths and verges, as well as the implication of traffic schemes and the rights of way surrounding a commercial development sites in Exminster.

For every commercial conveyancing transaction in Exminster it is critical to investigate the adoption status of roads surrounding a site. Failure to identify developments where adoption procedures have not been dealt with adequately may result in delays to Exminster commercial conveyancing transactions as well as pose a risk to future plans for the site. These searches are not carried out for residential conveyancing in Exminster.

I used Wolstenholmes several years ago for my conveyancing in Exminster. I now require my file but the law firm is no longer operating. What do I do?

Do contact the Solicitors Regulatory Authority (SRA) to assist in tracing your conveyancing files. They can be contacted on please contact on 0870 606 2555. Alternatively, you should use their online form to make an enquiry. You will need to provide the SRA with as much information as possible to assist their search, including the name and address in Exminster of the conveyancing firm of solicitors you previously hired, the name of conveyancing solicitor with whom you had dealings, and the date on which you last had dealings with the firm.

My company is planning to lease a unit on the high street. Can you recommend solicitors offering no-sale-no costs for non-domestic conveyancing in Exminster for below 2k?

We are happy to recommend firms who have well rounded knowledge of commercial conveyancing in Exminster, including the sale and acquisition of businesses as well as simply premises. If you are looking to purchase or dispose of a shop, pub, restaurant, office, retail premises or a complete business we will put you in touch with 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 call so as to enable us to supply you with a detailed commercial conveyancing quote.

I need to instruct a conveyancing practitioner in Exminster for my home move. Can I check a solicitor's record with the profession’s regulator?

One may review presented Solicitor Regulator Association (SRA) determinations arising from inquisitions from 2008 onwards. Visit Check a solicitor's record. For records Pre 2008, or to check a firm's history, telephone 0870 606 2555, 08.00 - 18.00 any week day save for Tuesday when lines open at 9.30am. For callers outside the UK, call +44 (0)121 329 6800. The regulator may recorded telephone calls for training requirements.

I have been told by many family members to expect up to two months for Exminster conveyancing to complete.This was a month ago. The paperwork was only sent to my solicitor yesterday so does the clock start running now?

There is no definitive time frame for conveyancing in Exminster. Conveyancing is subject to too much unpredictabilities. Exminster conveyancing searches in and of themselves could take up to month before they are received.

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Exminster regulated by the SRA

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

  • Scott Rowe Limited, Chard Street, Axminster, Devon, EX13 5DS
  • Milford & Dormor, Silver Street, Axminster, Devon, EX13 5AJ
  • Beviss & Beckingsale, Law Chambers, Silver Street, Axminster, Devon, EX13 5AH

Residential Landlord and Tenant Conveyancing solicitors in Exminster

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in Exminster practicing in landlord and tenant law and on the regulations governing different types of tenancies. This may include advice on Claims for damages for illegal

  • Scott Rowe Limited, Chard Street, Axminster, Devon, EX13 5DS
  • Milford & Dormor, Silver Street, Axminster, Devon, EX13 5AJ
  • Beviss & Beckingsale, Law Chambers, Silver Street, Axminster, Devon, EX13 5AH

Purchase conveyancing in Exminster normally consists of the following:

  • Solicitor instructed by the buyer on acceptance of the offer
  • Investigating the title unregistered or registered
  • Conducting Exminster property searches for the property
  • Considering the draft contract and other documentation prepared the owner’s solicitor
  • Raising queries with the vendor’s solicitor
  • Negotiating the purchase agreement
  • Considering the replies supplied by the owner to pre-exchange enquiries
  • Agreeing the wording for a Transfer document
  • Guiding the purchasing in respect of the loan offer: (where applicable)
  • Drafting and sending the purchaser a report on title (that is; a breakdown of all findings on the property)
  • Carrying out the key stage of exchanging contracts and then preparing for completion
  • Completing and submitting to HMRC the appropriate stamp duty forms and payment
  • Registering the transfer of ownership and the home loan (where applicable) at the HMLR.

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