In what way does my ID and proof of funds have anything to do with my conveyancing in Limehouse? What am I being asked for?
Limehouse conveyancing solicitors as well as nationwide property practitioners accross the UK have an obligation under Anti-terror and anti-money-laundering rules to verify the ID of any client with a view to ensure that clients are who they say they are.
Conveyancing clients will need to supply two forms of certified identification; proof of ID (usually a Passport or Driving Licence) and evidence of address (usually a Utility Bill less than 3 months old).
Evidence of the origin of monies is also required in compliance with the money laundering statutes as lawyers have a duty to ensure that the money you are using to acquire a property (be it the exchange deposit or the full purchase monies where you are buying mortgage free) has come from a reputable source (such as employment savings) as opposed to the fruits of illegitimate behaviour.
After reading mumsnet.com for a conveyancing solicitor in Limehouse, many advise that I must use a CQS kitemarked solicitor. Can you explain what CQS is?
Limehouse Conveyancing Quality Scheme solicitors have obtained accreditation by the law Society CQS was established to promote high standards in the in the legal transfer of properties. CQS helps buyers and sellers to identify practices who provide a quality residential conveyancing. Limehouse is one of locations in England and Wales in which accredited firms are located. The scheme obliges solicitors to undergo a strict assessment, compulsory training, self-certification, random audits and yearly assessments in order to maintain CQS status. It is open only to members of the Law Society who meet the demanding standards set by the scheme and has the support of the Legal Ombudsman.
I used Action Conveyancing a few years ago for my conveyancing in Limehouse. I now require my papers but the law firm has closed. What do I do?
You should contact the Solicitors Regulatory Authority (SRA) to help locate 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 Limehouse 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.
Yesterday I discovered that there is a flying freehold issue on a property I have offered on two weeks back in what should have been a quick, chain free conveyancing. Limehouse is where the house is located. What do you suggest?
Flying freeholds in Limehouse are unusual but are more likely to exist in relation to terraced houses. Even where you use a solicitor outside Limehouse you must be sure that your lawyer goes through the deeds diligently. Your bank may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Limehouse may ascertain that this is not enough and that the deeds be re-written to give you the most up to date legal protection. If so, the next door neighbour also had to sign up to the revised deeds.It is possible that your lender will not accept the situation so the sooner you find out the better. You should also check with your insurance broker as to whether they will insure a flying freehold premises.
In what way does the Landlord & Tenant Act 1954 impact my commercial offices in Limehouse and how can you help?
The particular law that you refer to provides protection to business leaseholders, giving them the legal entitlement to make a request to court for a continuation of occupancy when the lease reaches an end. There are limited grounds where a landlord can refuse a lease renewal and the rules are complicated. We are happy to direct you to commercial conveyancing firms who use the act to your advantage and handle your commercial conveyancing in Limehouse
I need to instruct a conveyancing solicitor for my conveyancing in Limehouse. I have stumble upon a site which looks to be the perfect solution If it is possible to get all the legals completed via web that would be ideal. Should I be wary? What should out be looking out for?
As usual with these online conveyancers you need to read ALL the small print - did you notice the extra charge for dealing with the mortgage?