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Cheap conveyancing in London does not necessarily mean low quality - but the odds are stacked against you

Main reasons to use our service to assist you choose a local conveyancing solicitor in London

  • 1 London conveyancers are likely to be familiar with the local Land Registry Office, Local Authority and estate agents
  • 2 The London conveyancing firms that are identified are committed to providing value for money, efficient and accessible conveyancing service to borrowers, sellers and remortgagors in London
  • 3 London lawyers work in conjunction with London estate agents, property finders, surveyors, mortgage companies and other professionals to make sure that a quality service is offered to clients every step of the way, never losing sight of the time-critical nature behind your conveyancing transaction
  • 4 There is a distinct possibility the the conveyancers for the other party have offices in London - if so sets of lawyers are likely to be less confrontational
  • 5 Property lawyer conveyancing firms have excellent personal links with London estate agents and work very closely with them and local surveyors so as to ensure transactions proceed expeditiously.

Examples of recent conveyancing in London since March 2026*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in London

I have given 2 months notice to my existing landlord and must vacate my rented flat in London by the end of next month. Conveyancing for my house purchase is progressing. Is it possible to complete in a couple of weeks as don't want to have to move into short term accommodation?

Generally one should not give notice for your lease until exchange of contracts has taken place. Assuming that you have not previously done so, update to your conveyancer and request that they cajole the other solicitors, try to an agreed time frame that everyone will aim towards

I am planning to move house in July. Does my conveyancing solicitor liaise with the removal company on the day of completion. Incidentally, can you suggest a removal company in London. Conveyancing solicitor was chosen before I stumbled across your website.

On the day of completion you can collect the keys from your selling agent however this should only occur when the sellers solicitors advise the agent that they have the completion monies and the keys can be collected. You should tell the removal company that they can start moving you in. As a matter of policy we do not suggest a particular removal organisation but can help you find a residential property solicitor in London or a solicitor that specialises in conveyancing in London.

We have agreed to purchase a house in London. A rare aspect is that the roof has a solar panel. Solicitors conducting should look into this right? Will my lender Principality be concerned?

Given that you are obtaining a mortgage with Principality your lawyer must check the conveyancing instructions set out in Part 2 of UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook for Principality. The Council of Mortgage Lenders’ Handbook contains minimum requirements for solar panel roof-space leases, and property lawyers are required to report to Principality where a lease fails to satisfy these provisions. The specifications relate to the installation of panels on properties nationwide and is not restricted to London.

About to purchase maisonette in London. I have received an online quote from a licenced conveyancer, which states: "There will be no charge for dealing with the Building Society if you are obtaining a mortgage". I take this to mean that there will be no additional fee if the solicitor is on the RBS conveyancing panel. I wanted to make sure it means there will be no additional fees for dealing with the mortgage.

They are simply saying that the cost for acting for the lender is included in the fee being quoted. It is worth you checking that the London solicitor is on the RBS conveyancing panel.

I am looking into buying my first house which is in London and I am already nervous. I couldn't find anything specific about London. Conveyancing will be needed in due course but do you know about the London area? or perhaps some other tips you can share?

Rather than looking online forget looking online you should go and have a look at London. In the meantime here are some basic statistics that we found

I am looking for a conveyancing lawyer in London for my home move. Is it possible to check a firm’s complaints history with the legal regulator?

Members of the public may read published Solicitor Regulator Association (SRA) decisions arising from investigations commenced on or after Jan 2008. Visit Check a solicitor's record. For details Pre 2008, or to check a firm's record, phone 0870 606 2555, 08.00 - 18.00 any week day save for Tuesday when lines open at 9.30am. International callers, dial +44 (0)121 329 6800. The SRA may monitor call for training requirements.

My wife and I have hit a brick wall in trying to purchase the freehold in London. Can this matter be resolved via the Leasehold Valuation Tribunal?

if there is a missing landlord or if there is dispute about what the lease extension should cost, under the relevant legislation it is possible to make an application to the LVT to assess the amount due.

An example of a Freehold Enfranchisement matter before the tribunal for a London residence is 20 Avonwick Road in July 2013. The Tribunal was dealing with an application under Section 26 of the Leasehold Reform Housing and Urban Development Act 1993 for a determination of the freehold value of the property. It was concluded that the price to be paid was Fifteen Thousand Nine Hundred and Seventy (£15,970) divided as to £8,200 for Flat 20 and £7,770 for Flat 20A This case affected 1 flat. The unexpired term was 73.26 years.

When it comes to leasehold conveyancing in London what are the most frequent lease problems?

There is nothing unique about leasehold conveyancing in London. Most leases are drafted differently and legal mistakes in the legal wording can result in certain sections are wrong. For example, if your lease is missing any of the following, it could be defective:

    A provision for the recovery of money spent for the benefit of another party. A duty to insure the building

You may have difficulties when selling your property if you have a defective lease primarily because it impacts on the ability to obtain a mortgage on the property. HSBC Bank, Norwich and Peterborough Building Society, and Platform Home Loans Ltd all have express requirements when it comes to what is expected in a lease. Where a lender has been advised by their lawyers that the lease does not cover certain provisions they may refuse to grant the mortgage, forcing the purchaser to pull out.

What is the average legal costs for conveyancing in London?

The average cost last year for conveyancing in London was just under one thousand five hundred pounds excluding Land Tax and HM Land Registry charges.

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in London regulated by the SRA

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

  • Rubinstein Phillips Lewis Smith Limited, 13 Craven Street, London, WC2N 5PB
  • Gordon Dadds Llp, 6 Agar Street, London, Greater London, WC2N 4HN
  • Spring Law Limited, 65 Chandos Place, London, WC2N 4HG
  • Hempsons, 40 Villiers Street, London, WC2N 6NJ
  • Emersons Law Limited, 7 - 10 Adam Street, London, London, WC2N 6AA

Residential Landlord and Tenant Conveyancing solicitors in London

The firms listed below are a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in London specialising in landlord and tenant law and on the regulations governing different types of tenancies. This may include advice on wrongful eviction

  • Rubinstein Phillips Lewis Smith Limited, 13 Craven Street, London, WC2N 5PB
  • Hillary Cooper Law Limited, 53-59 Chandos Place, London, WC2N 4HS
  • Gordon Dadds Llp, 6 Agar Street, London, Greater London, WC2N 4HN
  • Spring Law Limited, 65 Chandos Place, London, WC2N 4HG
  • Hempsons, 40 Villiers Street, London, WC2N 6NJ

Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in London regulated by the SRA

The firms listed below are a small selection of solicitors in London specialising in commercial conveyancing in London. This may include advice on complex issues under the Landlord and Tenant Act of 1954
  • Pricewaterhousecoopers Legal Llp, 1 Embankment Place, London, London, WC2N 6DX
  • Rubinstein Phillips Lewis Smith Limited, 13 Craven Street, London, WC2N 5PB
  • Hillary Cooper Law Limited, 53-59 Chandos Place, London, WC2N 4HS
  • Gordon Dadds Llp, 6 Agar Street, London, Greater London, WC2N 4HN
  • Ahc Solicitors Limited, 1 Northumberland Avenue, Trafalgar Square, London, WC2N 5BW

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

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