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Top reasons to let us assist you select a local conveyancing solicitor in Leicestershire

  • 1 Leicestershire property lawyers have a crucial edge when it comes to Leicestershire conveyancing as they have valuable local knowledge of local authority requirements, planning policies and other matters that can affect your home move
  • 2 Using a a family Solicitor on the whole results in a more personal touch. Sometimes when dealing with a large conveyancing firm, your conveyancing is handled by a team of people who check what is happening on the file by reading from their computer screens.
  • 3 Chances are that the the lawyers for the other party have offices in Leicestershire - if so both parties are likely to be less confrontational
  • 4 The accumulation of transactions means that Leicestershire solicitor have established excellent working relationships with Leicestershire local estate agents, banks, building societies, landlords and property developers enabling them to liaise at speed with all parties involved in the process of handling your home move in Leicestershire.
  • 5 Excellent communication together with a wealth of local knowledge are key benefits that you should seek when choosing conveyancing solicitors. Leicestershire home moves can become a lot more complicated as a result of poor communication between all the parties. The lawyers listed ensure that communication channels are open and act on arising issues and developments quickly.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Leicestershire since July 2025*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Leicestershire

Can conveyancing in Leicestershire to be completed inside two weeks?

In the event that the seller is applying a tight deadline to complete it is highly recommended that your solicitor is familiar with the area as they will have local contacts and insight. It is even conceivable that they may have conducted otherhouses in the same street. Therefore consider using a Leicestershire conveyancing firm. Second, ensure that the lawyer is on the lender panel. It is claimed that nearly one in five of Leicestershire conveyancing transactions are frustrated or derailed after discovering a purchaser’s conveyancer was not on their banks list of approved solicitors. This can often result in the home move being held up by as much as 21 days. It is estimated that this issue affects in the region of one hundred thousand home moves every year. Most Leicestershire conveyancing firms can not represent certain mortgage companies so do check as early as possible.

I just acquired a flat at auction in Leicestershire. Conveyancing is required. What happens now?

Having for in every practical sense signed on the dotted line you should choose a conveyancing practitioner quickly as you are faced with a fast approaching a fixed date to complete the property. All auction property will have a bespoke legal set of papers. This should include evidence of title and search results. Where you are dealing with leasehold premises the legal pack may include a copy of the lease, management information and a sellers leasehold information form and associated conveyancing paperwork specific to leasehold premises. You should hand this to your appointed conveyancing solicitor ASAP. You also need to ensure that that you have the requisite funding organised to complete on the on the contractual date .

is it true that all Leicestershire conveyancing solicitors on the Skipton conveyancing panel are overseen by the SRA?

As solicitors, in order to be on the Skipton conveyancing panel they would need to be regulated by the SRA. Many banks do list licenced conveyancers on their panel in which case such organisation would be regulated by the CLC.

I can not fathom if my bank obliges me to make sure the lease term for the flat is extended prior to the completion date. I have called into my local Leicestershire bank branch on a couple of occasions and was told it does not impact the mortgage offer and they would lend. My Leicestershire conveyancing solicitor - who is on the mortgage company conveyancing panel- called and was told they refuse to lend based on their specific requirements. I have no idea who is right.

As long as the conveyancer is on the lender panel, they must follow the CML Handbook specifications for the bank. Unless your lawyer obtains specific confirmation in writing that the lender will go ahead, your lawyer has no choice but to refrain from exchanging contract and committing you to the purchase. We would suggest that you ask the lender to contact your lawyer in writing confirming that they will accept the number of years left on the lease.

How does conveyancing in Leicestershire differ for new build properties?

Most buyers of new build property in Leicestershire approach us having been asked by the seller to sign contracts and commit to the purchase even before the premises is finished. This is because house builders in Leicestershire usually 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 property lawyers 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 accustomed to new build conveyancing in Leicestershire or who has acted in the same development.

What makes your site different to other internet conveyancing solicitors when it comes to conveyancing in Leicestershire?

At this site obtain a fixed fee quote via a Solicitor or Licensed Conveyancer that appreciates the nuances for your conveyancing in Leicestershire. As opposed to estate agents and brokerage sites we do not have commission arrangements with solicitors. Some agents and online brokers 'recommend' solicitors who pay the highest commission, rather than the best value conveyancing in Leicestershire

My father has recommend that I instruct his conveyancing solicitors in Leicestershire. Should I use them?

No doubt the best way to select a conveyancing lawyer is to get recommendations from friends or family who have actually previously instructed the firm that you are contemplating using.

All being well we will complete the disposal of our £475,000 maisonette in Leicestershire next week. The freeholder has quoted £312 for Certificate of Compliance, insurance certificate and previous years statements of service charge. Is it legal for a freeholder to charge an administration fee for a flat conveyance in Leicestershire?

Leicestershire conveyancing on leasehold flats often necessitates the buyer’s solicitor submitting questions for the landlord to address. Although the landlord is not legally bound to address such questions most will be willing to assist. They are entitled to charge a reasonable administration fee for responding to questions or supplying documentation. There is no upper cap for such fees. The average costs for the information that you are referring to is over three hundred pounds, in some cases it exceeds £800. The administration charge demanded by the landlord must be accompanied by a summary of rights and obligations in relation to administration fees, without which the invoice is not strictly payable. In reality you have little option but to pay whatever is demanded should you wish to sell the property.

Leasehold Conveyancing in Leicestershire - A selection of Questions you should consider Prior to buying

    What restrictions are contained in the Leicestershire Lease? The majority of Leicestershire leasehold flats will incur a service bill for maintenance of the block invoiced by the landlord. Should you buy the apartment you will have to meet this amount, normally periodically during the year. This can be anything from several hundred pounds to thousands of pounds for buildings with lifts and large communal grounds. There will also be a rentcharge for you to pay yearly, this is usually not a significant sum, say about £50-£100 but you should to enquire it because on occasion it can be many hundreds of pounds. Be sure to investigate if the the lease includes any unreasonable restrictions in the lease. For instance it is reasonably common in Leicestershire leases that pets are not permitted in certain buildings in Leicestershire. If you love the apartmentin Leicestershire but your dog can’t live with you then you will be faced difficult determination.

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Residential Landlord and Tenant Conveyancing solicitors in Leicestershire

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in Leicestershire with expertise in landlord and tenant law and on the regulations governing different types of tenancies. This could include advice on Leasehold Valuation Tribunal proceedings

  • Websters Solicitors Limited, Bridle House, Nursery Lane, Quorn, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE12 8BH
  • J L Tarr Limited, 80-81 Woodgate, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 2XE
  • Moss Solicitors Llp, 80-81 Woodgate, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 2XE
  • T. C. Dunbar Limited, 80-81 Woodgate, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 2XE
  • J E Sale Limited, 20 Church Gate, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 1UD

Residential Licensed Conveyancers in Leicestershire regulated by the CLC

Please be aware that the listed conveyancers do not limit their work for conveyancing in Leicestershire but also conveyancing across England and Wales.
  • Heather Philip Licensed Conveyancing, 1311E Melton Road, Braemar Court, LE7 2EN

Planning law solicitors in Leicestershire regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in Leicestershire specialising in planning law. The solicitors can give expert legal advice on all aspects of planning, including tree preservation orders
  • Bird Wilford & Sale, 19-20 Church Gate, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 1UD

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