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Conveyancing in North Somerset : Keep it Local

Logical reasons to let us assist you choose a local conveyancing solicitor in North Somerset

  • 1 Notwithstanding what other lawyers say it may be necessary to pop into your conveyancer to sign documents. There are enough parties with an interest in a conveyancing transaction without having to include Royal Mail into the equation.
  • 2 Property lawyer conveyancing lawyers have excellent personal links with North Somerset selling agents and work very closely with them and local surveyors so as to ensure transactions proceed expeditiously.
  • 3 North Somerset property lawyers will have connections at the local Land Registry Office, Local Authority and estate agents
  • 4 We are the UKs largest residential conveyancing directory service identifying bank approved property lawyers delivering conveyancing in North Somerset who are regulated by the SRA or Council of Licensed Conveyancers.
  • 5 North Somerset solicitors have a crucial edge when it comes to North Somerset conveyancing as they have important local knowledge of local authority requirements, planning policies and other issues that can impact your sale or purchase

Examples of recent conveyancing in North Somerset since March 2025*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in North Somerset

My financial adviser says he needs my North Somerset solicitor’s panel member for the HSBC conveyancing panel. How do I find this out. I have tried my local North Somerset office but they cant find it on their system.

You are best placed to get this information from your North Somerset solicitor . Most North Somerset law practices will retain a file or database of lender panel information which would include, if applicable, their conveyancing panel details for each bank.

Can the conveyancing lawyers that you recommend handle right to buy conveyancing in North Somerset?

We work with numerous conveyancing practitioners carrying out right to buy conveyancing work Please e-mail us with a view to obtain a costs illustration.

I am helping my sister sell her flat in North Somerset. Does the conveyancing solicitor arrange an energy assessment or should I organise this?

After the demise of Home Packs, energy assessments became a mandatory component of moving property. An energy performance certificate needs to be commissioned in advance of the property being placed on the market. This is not as aspect of the sale process that conveyancers normally arrange. If you are instructing a North Somerset conveyancing practitioner they might help arrange energy performance certificates given their contacts with long established local energy assessors

I am due to move house in September. Will my conveyancing solicitor update the removal company on the day of completion. Incidentally, can you put forward a removal company in North Somerset. Conveyancing solicitor was found before I stumbled across your website.

On the afternoon of completion you can collect the house keys from the selling agent however this should only be done once the sellers conveyancers confirm to the agent that they acknowledge receipt of the completion payment and the keys can be released. You will need to advise the removal men that you are ready to move in. As a matter of policy we do not suggest a specific removal company but can assist you in choosing a residential property solicitor in North Somerset or a lawyer with expertise in conveyancing in North Somerset.

Having read lots of mortgage guides, I note that it is considered advisable to get your house surveyed prior to buying it. When I asked my local North Somerset solicitor - who is on the Nationwide conveyancing panel - on this she said they don't do this and I need to contract an independent surveyor. Is that normal?

Nationwide will need an independent valuation of the property. Your lawyer will not arrange this. Usually Nationwide will appoint their own surveyor to do this, and you will have to pay for it. Remember that this is a valuation for mortgage purposes and not a survey. Your lawyer will not organise the survey but they may be able to put you in touch with a local one that they recommend. RICS offers a find a surveyor service (just google it) where you can search for a qualified surveyor by your North Somerset postcode. As you are getting a mortgage with Nationwide, you could contact them to see if they have a list of approved surveyors in North Somerset.

How does conveyancing in North Somerset differ for newly converted properties?

Most buyers of new build or newly converted property in North Somerset come to us having been asked by the developer to sign contracts and commit to the purchase even before the premises is finished. This is because builders in North Somerset typically buy the site, 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 conveyancers 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 used to new build conveyancing in North Somerset or who has acted in the same development.

Due to the input of my in-laws I had a survey completed on a property in North Somerset in advance of appointing solicitors. I have been informed that there is a flying freehold overhang to the property. My surveyor advised that some mortgage companies may not give a loan on a flying freehold home.

It varies from the lender to lender. Bank of Scotland has different instructions for example to Birmingham Midshires. Should you wish to call us we can check with the relevant mortgage company. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can assist as they are accustomed to dealing with flying freeholds in North Somerset. Conveyancing can be more complicated and therefore you should check with your conveyancing solicitor in North Somerset to see if the conveyancing costs will increase in light of this.

I need to swap lawyers as my North Somerset lawyer is not on the lender's panel of conveyancing solicitors. How simple is it to change conveyancer?

If you haven't yet instructed a conveyancer to do anything for you and at this stage simply received quotes, you're perfectly free to choose a different solicitor to carry out your work for you. The best way is to get recommendations from friends or family who have actually used the solicitor or conveyancer in North Somerset that you're thinking of instructing.

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Residential Landlord and Tenant Conveyancing solicitors in North Somerset

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in North Somerset practicing in landlord and tenant law and on the regulations governing different types of tenancies. This should include advice on Rent Act Protected, Assured and Assured Shorthold tenancies

  • Amicuslaw, Regional Rural Business Centre, Market Way, North Petherton, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 6DF
  • Alletsons Limited, 8 Castle Street, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 3DB
  • South West Advocates Limited, West Quay House, Northgate, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 3EU
  • Ash Clifford Limited, 14 Northgate, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 3EU
  • Cw&c No 2 Nominees, Blackbrook Gate, Blackbrook Park Avenue, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 2PG

Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in North Somerset regulated by the SRA

The firms listed below are a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in North Somerset with expertise in commercial conveyancing in North Somerset. This should include advice on buying and selling small and large scale commercial property and agricultural land
  • Amicuslaw, Regional Rural Business Centre, Market Way, North Petherton, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 6DF
  • Adrian Stables, Westover Chambers, Willows Business Park, Westover, Langport, Somerset, TA10 9RB
  • Alletsons Limited, 8 Castle Street, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 3DB
  • South West Advocates Limited, West Quay House, Northgate, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 3EU
  • Ash Clifford Limited, 14 Northgate, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 3EU

Transfer of Equity conveyancing in North Somerset is a complex business, both legally and administratively. The exact order of events varies slightly, below are some of the tasks in the process:

  • Taking instructions from parties involved
  • Investigating the title to the property
  • Following instructions from the mortgage company (where relevant)
  • Agreeing the terms of the transaction
  • Drawing up Transfer or approving the Transfer deed
  • Agreeing adjustments to the draft Transfer
  • Communicating with parties with regards to the Transfer
  • Agreeing and preparing for completion
  • Receiving and releasing funds to the appropriate parties
  • Preparing and submitting to HM Revenue and Customs the appropriate SDLT forms and payment
  • Registering the new ownership and the home loan (if relevant) at the HMLR.

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

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