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5 reasons to let us assist you select a local conveyancing solicitor in Newhaven

  • 1 Newhaven conveyancers work in partnership with Newhaven estate agents, house builders, surveyors, mortgage companies and other professionals to ensure that a quality service is provided to home movers every step of the way, offering all the legal expertise and support you require
  • 2 Solicitor conveyancing firms have extremely good personal connections with Newhaven selling agents and work very closely with them and local surveyors so as to ensure transactions proceed expeditiously.
  • 3 Personal touch and a wealth of expertise are key benefits that you should seek when choosing conveyancing solicitors. Newhaven property deals can become a lot more complicated due to poor communication between all the parties. The lawyers we work with ensure that the lines of communication are open and act on arising issues and developments instantly.
  • 4 Newhaven conveyancers have a crucial edge when it comes to Newhaven conveyancing as they have valuable local knowledge of local authority requirements, planning policies and other issues that will affect your sale or purchase
  • 5 The Newhaven conveyancing firms that are identified are committed to supplying the most cost, efficient and transparent conveyancing service to purchasers, sellers and investors in Newhaven

Examples of recent conveyancing in Newhaven since September 2025*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Newhaven

Am I correct in assuming that the fact that my conveyancer in Newhaven is not listed on my mortgage company's solicitor panel that there is a problem with the quality of his work?

That would more than likely be an incorrect assumption to make. There are plenty of reasonable explanations. A recent report by the solicitors regulator revealed 76% of law firms surveyed had been removed from at least one lender panel. The most common reasons for removal are: (1) lack of transactions (2) the lawyer 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 Newhaven conveyancing firm and enquire why they are no longer on the approved list for your bank.

I am looking to buy a property and need a conveyancing solicitor in Newhaven who is on the Platform Home Loans Ltd solicitor. Could you point me in the right direction as regards a solicitor?

Our service is limited to being a directory service for firms who wish to listed as being on the approved conveyancing panel for Platform Home Loans Ltd in certain locations such as Newhaven. We dont recommend any particular firm.

Are there restrictive covenants that are commonly identified during conveyancing in Newhaven?

Restrictive covenants can be picked up when reviewing land registry title as part of the legal transfer of property in Newhaven. An 1874 stipulation that was seen was ‘The houses to be erected on the estate are each to be of a uniform elevation in accordance with the drawings to be prepared or approved by the vendor’s surveyor…’

What makes your site different to other internet conveyancing solicitors for conveyancing in Newhaven?

At this site secure an accurate quote from a Solicitor or Licensed Conveyancer that has a full understanding of the issues for your conveyancing in Newhaven. Unlike many estate agents and brokerage sites we do not have commission deals with solicitors. A large number of agents and online brokers 'recommend' the firm who pay the highest per referral, as opposed to the best value conveyancing in Newhaven

I need to appoint a conveyancing solicitor for remortgage conveyancing in Newhaven. I've stumble upon a web site which seems to have the perfect solution If it is possible to get all the legals completed via web that would be preferable. Should I be concerned? What are the potential pitfalls?

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?

Having had my offer accepted I require leasehold conveyancing in Newhaven. Before I set the wheels in motion I want to be sure as to the remaining lease term.

If the lease is registered - and most are in Newhaven - then the leasehold title will always include the basic details of the lease, namely the date; the term; and the original parties. From a conveyancing perspective such details then enable any prospective buyer and lender to confirm that any lease they are looking at is the one relevant to that title. For any other purpose, such as confirming how long the term was granted for and calculating what is left, then the register should be sufficient on it's own.

Leasehold Conveyancing in Newhaven - Examples of Questions you should ask Prior to Purchasing

    How is the lease structured? Are there any major works anticipated that will likely increase the maintenance costs? The majority of Newhaven leasehold apartments will have a service charge for the upkeep of the block set by the landlord. If you purchase the apartment you will have to pay this amount, normally in instalments during the year. This can differ from several hundred pounds to thousands of pounds for buildings with lifts and large common areas. There will also be a ground rent for you to pay yearly, this is usually not a large sum, say about £25-£75 but you need to enquire it because sometimes it could be prohibitively expensive.

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Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Newhaven regulated by the SRA

The firms listed below are a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in Newhaven specialising in commercial conveyancing in Newhaven. This should include advice on complex issues under the Landlord and Tenant Act of 1954
  • Chrismas Ogden Solicitors Limited, Howard Cottage, Broomans Lane, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 2LT
  • Astburys, Lewes House, 32 High Street, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 2LU
  • Adams & Remers Llp, Trinity House, School Hill, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 2NN
  • Lewes Smith, Albion House, Albion Street, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 2NF
  • Morgan Kelly Solicitors Limited, Castleworks, Westgate Street, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 1YR

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

  • Conveyancing practitioner instructed by the buyer once the offer has been accepted
  • Investigating the title to the premises
  • Carrying out Newhaven conveyancing searches with respect to the property
  • Considering the draft sale agreement and other papers forwarded by the seller’s property lawyer
  • Submitting questions with the seller’s property lawyer
  • Agreeing the wording of the purchase agreement
  • Assessing replies supplied by the vendor to pre-exchange enquiries
  • Agreeing the wording for a Transfer document
  • Advising the buyer in respect of the loan offer: (if relevant)
  • Preparing and sending the buyer a report on title (that is; a breakdown of all findings on the property)
  • Carrying out the key stage of exchanging contracts and then completion formalities
  • Completing and submitting to HM Revenue and Customs the correct Land Tax forms and payment
  • Registering the new ownership and the mortgage (where relevant) at the Land Registry.

Residential conveyancing in Newhaven usually involves the following:

  • Property lawyer instructed by the seller on acceptance of the offer
  • Investigating the title to the property
  • Drafting contract and related papers
  • Submitting draft papers to the solicitor retained by the buyer
  • Negotiating contracts and replying to further enquires from the buyer’s solicitor
  • Negotiating the transfer deed
  • Responding to requisitions submitted by the purchaser’s solicitor
  • Carrying out the key stage of exchanging contracts and then preparing for completion
  • Receiving sale proceeds and transferring funds to the vendor, the estate agent and other relevant parties (if applicable)

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

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