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Conveyancing in Richmond : Keep it Local

Reasons to use our Richmond conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 We are the UKs most comprehensive domestic conveyancing directory listing bank approved law firms carrying out conveyancing in Richmond governed by the SRA or CLC.
  • 2 Richmond property lawyers are likely to acquainted with the local Land Registry Office, Local Authority and selling agents
  • 3 Lawyer conveyancing lawyers have valuable personal links with Richmond estate agents and work very closely with them and local surveyors so as to ensure transactions proceed expeditiously.
  • 4 On the balance of probabilities the other side’s solicitors have offices in Richmond - if so sets of solicitors are likely to be familiar
  • 5 Cut price packages from online conveyancers might seem attractive. However, these companies are often based hundreds of miles away with little appreciation of the factors that impact property transactions in Richmond

Examples of recent conveyancing in Richmond since July 2025*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Richmond

My partner’s step-father is a conveyancer. I anticipate that I will be offered preferential fee for conveyancing, However if that does not come through, what kind of figure would I typically be looking at for conveyancing in Richmond?

Do contrast pricing. Do use our search tool on this site. You will notice that charges may contrast greatly but service levels do are distinct between property lawyers as is true with most professions.

How does conveyancing in Richmond differ for new build properties?

Most buyers of new build residence in Richmond approach us having been asked by the seller to sign contracts and commit to the purchase even before the property is constructed. This is because new home sellers in Richmond usually buy the real estate, 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 conveyancing solicitors 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 accustomed to new build conveyancing in Richmond or who has acted in the same development.

I decided to have a survey completed on a house in Richmond in advance of instructing conveyancers. I have been advised that there is a flying freehold aspect to the property. Our surveyor advised that some lenders tend refuse to give a loan on a flying freehold property.

It varies from the lender to lender. HSBC has different instructions for example to Nationwide. Should you wish to telephone us we can investigate further with the appropriate lender. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can assist as they are used to dealing with flying freeholds in Richmond. Conveyancing may be slightly more expensive based on your lender's requirements.

Is it best to use a Richmond conveyancing practitioner in close proximity to the house I am hoping to buy? An old friend can handle the legal work however they are based a couple of hundredmiles drive away.

The primary upside of using a local Richmond conveyancing firm is that you can pop in to sign paperwork, present your ID and apply pressure on them if necessary. Having local Richmond know how is a benefit. That being said it's more important to get someone that will pull out all the stops for you. If you know people who instructed your friend and they were happy that must trump using an unknown Richmond conveyancing lawyer just because they are Richmond based.

Looking forward to exchange soon on a basement flat in Richmond. Conveyancing lawyers assured me that they are sending me a report tomorrow. What should I be looking out for?

The report on title for your leasehold conveyancing in Richmond should include some of the following:

    Does the lease prevent you from letting out the flat, or working from home Details of the parties to the lease, for example these could be the tennant, superior lessor, landlord The physical ownership of the property. This will be the apartment itself but could also incorporate a attic or storage are if applicable. Information concerning the obligations in the lease to pay service charges - in respect of the block, and the wider rights a leaseholder enjoys Setting out your legal entitlements in respect of common areas in the building.By way of example, does the lease provide for a right of way over a path or hallways?
For details of the information to be included in your report on your leasehold property in Richmond please enquire of your conveyancer in advance of your conveyancing in Richmond.

Leasehold Conveyancing in Richmond - Examples of Questions you should consider Prior to Purchasing

    How many of the leaseholders are in arrears for their maintenance charge payments? Who is in charge of the building? On the whole the cost for major works are not built into the service charges, albeit that a few managing agents in Richmond ask leasehold owners to contribute towards a sinking fund created for the specific purpose of establishing a fund for larger works.

We are first time buyers just having agreed a price on a property in Richmond, and are about to get solicitors appointed. I have utilised the various comparison based websites and the quotes are from all across the the UK. Is it necessary to have a Richmond conveyancer local to our potential property? We are content to do everything over the web, but I assume at some point we may need to physically go into the solicitor's office to sign contracts?

The lawyer does not have to be in Richmond, but choosing local means that you have the option to go in if required, by way of example, if a signature is needed urgently. Furthermore, a Richmond solicitor is likely to be familiar with local agents and (if the vendor has instructed a local conveyancing practitioner) with them, which will help keep things moving faster.

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Richmond regulated by the SRA

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

  • Land Law Solutions, Bushes House, High Lane, Low Row, Richmond, North Yorkshire, DL11 6NS
  • Scotts Wright, 34 Market Place, Leyburn, North Yorkshire, DL8 5AP
  • Critchley Hall Solicitors, The Office, Golden Lion Yard, Leyburn, North Yorkshire, DL8 5AS

Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Richmond regulated by the SRA

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in Richmond practicing in commercial conveyancing in Richmond. This could include advice on commercial leases including all matters relating to landlord and tenant law
  • Scotts Wright, 34 Market Place, Leyburn, North Yorkshire, DL8 5AP
  • Critchley Hall Solicitors, The Office, Golden Lion Yard, Leyburn, North Yorkshire, DL8 5AS

What to expect from a Licensed Conveyancer for conveyancing in Richmond?

Licensed Conveyancers specialise in the legalities surrounding acquiring and selling property and cover conveyancing throughout England and Wales as well as Richmond. When using a Licensed Conveyancer regulated by the CLC, you should:
  • Be supplied with an honest and lawful service.
  • Enjoy the benefit of a high standard of legal services.
  • Be supplied with your matters dealt with using care, skill and legal competence.
  • Be supplied with a high standard of service due to your lawyer’s arrangements, resources, procedures, skills and commitment.
  • Be supplied with a service which is accessible and responsive to your specific requirements.
  • Not feel discriminated against, victimised or harassed.
  • To receive the standard you could expect, however, if you do your lawyer accepts responsibility for this and provides you with any appropriate redress.
  • Ensure your individual needs taken into account should you make a complaint.
  • Be supplied with a swift, objective and comprehensive service if making a complaint about your conveyancing in Richmond about your conveyancing in Richmond.

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

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