Am I correct in assuming that the fact that my solicitor in Hunstanton is not identified on my mortgage company's solicitor panel that there is a problem with the standard of her work?
It would not be wise to jump to that conclusion. There are plenty of plausible explanations. A recent report by the solicitors regulator indicated 76% of law firms surveyed had been removed from at least one lender panel. The most common reasons for removal are: (1) low volume of transactions (2) the solicitor is a sole practitioner (3) as part of the HSBC panel reduction (4) regulatory contact by SRA (5) accidental removal. If you are concerned you should simply call the Hunstanton conveyancing practice and ask them why they are no longer on the approved list for your mortgage company.
Me and my partner are due to complete buying a house in Hunstanton but as a consequence of damage from a small fire at the property I have managed to agree reparation from the owner of three thousand pounds taking the form of a adjustment in the price. This was going to be addressed as part of a side agreement yet Clydesdale will not permit this. Why were they involved?
The solicitor that is on a Clydesdale conveyancing panel is duty bound to advise Clydesdale of any changes to the sale price. If you prohibit your solicitor to notify the price change to Clydesdale then they would have to discontinue acting for you. In addition, Clydesdale and you would have to appoint a new lawyer for your conveyancing in Hunstanton.
I have just over seventy years left on my lease and need a lease extension for my flat in Hunstanton. Conveyancing solicitors on the Virgin panel can deal with such extensions right?
Most leasehold conveyancing experts should be able to deal with a lease extension. if you are obtaining a mortgage then your lender may insist that the lease be extended before competition. Virgin have specific requirements as set out in the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook in relation to minimum unexpired lease terms. As of 6/8/2026 the requirements read as follows :
I am selling our property in Hunstanton and according to the buyers it appears that there is a risk of it being built on contaminated land. A local lawyer would know this is not the case. It does beg the question why the buyers instructed an online conveyancing firm as opposed to a conveyancing solicitor in Hunstanton. Having lived in Hunstanton for six years we know that this is a non issue. Should we get in touch with our local Authority to get confirmation need.
It sounds as though you may have a conveyancing solicitor already. Are they able to advise? You should enquire of 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)
What does commercial conveyancing in Hunstanton cover?
Commercial conveyancing in Hunstanton covers a wide range of advice, provided by regulated solicitors, relating to business property. For example, this type of conveyancing can cover the sale or purchase of freehold business premises or, more commonly, the assignment of existing business tenancies or the drafting of new leasing arrangements. Commercial conveyancing solicitors can also offer advice on the sale of business assets, commercial mortgages and the termination of leases.
I need to instruct a conveyancing lawyer in Hunstanton for my house move. Is it possible to check a firm’s complaints history with the profession’s regulator?
Members of the public may review published Solicitor Regulator Association (SRA) decisions arising from inquisitions started on or after Jan 2008. Visit Check a solicitor's record. To find information about the period before 1 January 2008, or to check a firm's history, telephone 0870 606 2555, 08.00 - 18.00 Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and 09.30 - 18.00 Tuesday. International callers, dial +44 (0)121 329 6800. The regulator may recorded telephone calls for training requirements.