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5 reasons to use our service to help you find a local conveyancing solicitor in Hailsham

  • 1 The organisations identified on our directory have a mix of conveyancing lawyers, legal executives and support staff handling thousands of conveyancing matters annually.
  • 2 Hailsham conveyancers have a significant edge when it comes to Hailsham conveyancing as they have valuable local knowledge of local authority requirements, planning policies and other matters that will impact your conveyancing
  • 3 Retaining the services of a local Solicitor usually results in a more personalised service. Sometimes when dealing with a large conveyancing firm, you tend to be looked after by a team of people who who progress matters by reading from their computer screens.
  • 4 Hailsham solicitors work in conjunction with Hailsham estate agents, property finders, surveyors, lenders and other professionals to make sure that the highest level of service is provided to home movers every step of the way, with the intention of reducing administrative burdens and transaction times
  • 5 Solicitors that specialise in conveyancing in Hailsham regularly deal withlocal issues peculiar to Hailsham and therefore you may benefit from better guidance and speedier conveyancing.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Hailsham since February 2025*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Hailsham

Why do I have to pay up front for my conveyancing in Hailsham?

If you are buying a property in Hailsham your lawyer will ask you put them with funds to cover the the cost of the conveyancing searches. Normally this is called for to cover the fees of the conveyancing searches. When the deposit is as part of the total price then this should be required shortly ahead of exchange of contracts. The closing balance that is due should be sent to your lawyer shortly before completion.

Can you clarify what the consequences are if my lawyer’s firm is removed from the Santander Conveyancing panel ahead of completing my conveyancing in Hailsham?

The first thing to point out is that, this is very unlikely to happen. In most cases even where a law firm is removed off of a panel the lender would allow the completion to go ahead as the lender would appreciate the difficulties that they would place you in if you have to instruct a new solicitor days before completion. In a worst case scenario where the lender insists that you instruct a new firm then it is possible for a very good lawyer to expedite the conveyancing albeit that you may pay a significant premium for this. The analogous situation is where a buyer instructs a lawyer, exchanges contracts and the law firm is shut down by a regulator such as the SRA. Again, in this situation you can find lawyers who can troubleshoot their way to bring the conveyancing to a satisfactory conclusion - albeit at a cost.

Should commercial conveyancing searches reveal planned roadworks that could affect a commercial land in Hailsham?

Many commercial conveyancing solicitors in Hailsham will order a SiteSolutions Highways report as it dramatically cuts the time that conveyancers expend in researching accurate data on highways that impact buildings and development assets in Hailsham. The report 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 Hailsham.

For every commercial conveyancing transaction in Hailsham 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 could result in delays to Hailsham commercial conveyancing deals as well as present a risk to future intentions for the site. These searches are not conducted for domestic conveyancing in Hailsham.

I opted to have a survey completed on a property in Hailsham before appointing solicitors. I have been told that there is a flying freehold aspect to the house. Our surveyor advised that some banks may not issue a mortgage on this type of property.

It depends who your proposed lender is. Lloyds has different requirements from Birmingham Midshires. If you call us we can check via the appropriate mortgage company. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can assist as they are accustomed to dealing with flying freeholds in Hailsham. Conveyancing can be more complicated and therefore you should check with your conveyancing solicitor in Hailsham to see if the conveyancing costs will increase in light of this.

Should I be concerned by third parties that I am dealing with are encouraging me to use an internet conveyancing firm as opposed to a local Hailsham 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 numerous parties with a vested interest in a conveyancing deal; estate agents, mortgage brokers and mortgage companies may suggest conveyancers to instruct. Sometimes these lawyers might be known to one of the organisations as being good in their field, but occasionally there is an underlying commercial relationship behind the recommendation. You are at liberty to appoint your preferred lawyer. You need to be aware that the majority of lenders specify a panel list of conveyancers you are obliged to use for the mortgage aspect of your transaction.

My wife and I yesterday found out that one of the directors of the law firm acting on the purchase conveyancing in Hailsham is an aunty of the vendor. Is this acceptable?

As long as there is no conflict of interest this is allowable. Where you are obtaining a mortgage then the bank may have a say as many banks have specific instructions on this. For example for Santander A&L as of 11/5/2025, the requirements read as follows :

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Hailsham regulated by the SRA

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

  • Lycett Conveyancing Solicitors, P O Box 102, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 3FS
  • Barry & Co, Bay Terrace, Pevensey Bay, Pevensey, East Sussex, BN24 6EE

Domestic in Hailsham is a complex business, both legally and administratively. The exact order of events varies slightly, below are some of the tasks in the process.

  • Solicitor instructed by the seller once the offer has been accepted
  • Collating the documents evidencing the title to the property
  • Drawing up the contract and related papers
  • Forwarding draft papers to the solicitor representing the purchaser
  • Negotiating contracts and replying to further questions from the purchaser’s solicitor
  • Negotiating the transfer document
  • Responding to requisitions submitted by the buyer’s solicitor
  • Carrying out the key stage of exchanging contracts and then completion formalities
  • Receiving sale proceeds and wiring funds to the seller, the estate agent and other relevant parties (if applicable)

Transfer of Equity conveyancing in Hailsham ordinarily comprises the following:

  • Obtaining instructions from the appropriate parties
  • Collating the documents evidencing the title to the property
  • Following instructions from the bank (if applicable)
  • Agreeing the terms of the transaction
  • Drafting Transfer or approving draft Transfer
  • Agreeing adjustments to the the Transfer deed
  • Communicating with parties with regards to the Transfer
  • Agreeing and preparing for completion
  • Receiving and releasing monies to the appropriate parties
  • Preparing and submitting to HM Revenue and Customs the correct Land Tax forms and payment
  • Dealing with the registration procedures for the change in proprietorship and the home loan (where appropriate) at the HMLR.

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

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