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Reasons to use our Old Malden conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 We are the UKs most comprehensive domestic conveyancing directory listing lender approved law firms carrying out conveyancing in Old Malden registered with the SRA or Council of Licensed Conveyancers.
  • 2 No matter what any alternative on-line conveyancers tell you it could be necessary to attend your lawyer to execute legal papers. There are enough parties engaged in a conveyancing transaction without having to add Royal Mail into the pot.
  • 3 Chances are that the other side’s lawyers have offices in Old Malden - if so both parties will be familiar
  • 4 Lawyer conveyancing firms have very good personal links with Old Malden selling agents and work very closely with them and local surveyors so as to ensure transactions proceed expeditiously.
  • 5 The hallmark of our conveyancing solicitors in Old Malden is quality not quantity. The level of service offered by conveyancing "factories" (sometimes 'recommended' by national chain estate agents) sometimes falls short of the high standards of professionalism you will expect.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Old Malden since March 2025*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Old Malden

Would the conveyancing practitioners indexed on your site conduct right to buy conveyancing in Old Malden?

We do have a number of conveyancing experts who can conduct right to buy transactions You should call the lawyers listed to secure a conveyancing quote.

Can you explain why leasehold purchase conveyancing in Old Malden is more expensive?

Old Malden leasehold conveyancing transactions usually involve additional investigations than freeholds including investigating the Lease, liaising with the Landlord such as serving applicable notices on the Landlord or managing agent, obtaining up-to-date service charge and management information, obtaining Landlord’s consents and reviewing management accounts and formation documents.

Are there restrictive covenants that are commonly identified as part of conveyancing in Old Malden?

Restrictive covenants can be picked up when reviewing land registry title as part of the process of conveyancing in Old Malden. 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…’

How does conveyancing in Old Malden differ for newly converted properties?

Most buyers of new build residence in Old Malden approach us having been asked by the seller to sign contracts and commit to the purchase even before the house is finished. This is because house builders in Old Malden usually buy 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 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 Old Malden or who has acted in the same development.

I've recently found out that there is a flying freehold issue on a house I have offered on last month in what was supposed to be a straight forward, no chain conveyancing. Old Malden is where the house is located. What do you suggest?

Flying freeholds in Old Malden are rare but are more likely to exist in relation to terraced houses. Even though you don't necessarily need a conveyancing solicitor in Old Malden you would need to get your solicitor to go through the deeds thoroughly. Your bank may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Old Malden 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 residence.

I am using a search engine for the term on line conveyancing in Old Malden it shows results of many property lawyersin the vicinity. With so much choice what is the best way to find the right solicitor for my move?

The ideal way of seeking the right conveyancer is through a trusted testimonial, so enquire of colleagues and relatives who have acquired a property in Old Malden or the respected estate agent or mortgage broker. Costs for conveyancing in Old Malden vary, so it's advisable to secure at least three estimates from different conveyancers. Be sure to seek confirmation that the charges are guaranteed not to to be inflated.

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Old Malden regulated by the SRA

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

  • Pegasus Solicitors Limited, 60 High Street, New Malden, Surrey, KT3 4EZ
  • Pearson Hards Llp, Fountain House, 2 Kingston Road, New Malden, Surrey, KT3 3LR
  • V J Nathan Solicitors, 220b Kingston Road, New Malden, Surrey, KT3 3RJ
  • Pamela Clemo & Co, 146 Coombe Lane West, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, KT2 7DE
  • Callaghan & Co, Coombe House, 118 Coombe Lane West, Kingston upon Thames, Greater London, KT2 7DD

Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Old Malden regulated by the SRA

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in Old Malden with expertise in commercial conveyancing in Old Malden. This will likely include advice on complex issues under the Landlord and Tenant Act of 1954
  • Pegasus Solicitors Limited, 60 High Street, New Malden, Surrey, KT3 4EZ
  • Pearson Hards Llp, Fountain House, 2 Kingston Road, New Malden, Surrey, KT3 3LR
  • V J Nathan Solicitors, 220b Kingston Road, New Malden, Surrey, KT3 3RJ
  • Callaghan & Co, Coombe House, 118 Coombe Lane West, Kingston upon Thames, Greater London, KT2 7DD
  • Michael & Company, 75 Cottenham Park Road, London, SW20 0DR

Residential Licensed Conveyancers in Old Malden regulated by the CLC

Please be aware that the listed conveyancers do not limit their work for conveyancing in Old Malden but also conveyancing throughout England and Wales.
  • Property Transfer Co-ordination Ptc, Corner House, KT1 2NR
  • Clay & Co Limited, First Floor, TW11 0HE
  • R & C Property Lawyers Llp, 10A Upper Tooting Road, SW17 7PG
  • J Scollan & Co Property Lawyers, First Floor Canal Court, TW8 8JA

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

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