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Reasons to use our Southam conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 Notwithstanding what other solicitors may claim it just might be important to pop into your solicitor to sign documents. Too many 3rd parties are already with an interest in a homemove without having to add Royal Mail into the mix.
  • 2 Southam property lawyers work in conjunction with Southam estate agents, developers, surveyors, mortgage companies and other professionals to make sure that a quality service is provided to buyers and sellers every step of the way, helping make the process as straightforward as possible
  • 3 Southam lawyers have a significant edge when it comes to Southam conveyancing as they have important local knowledge of local authority requirements, planning policies and other matters that will impact your home move
  • 4 Chances are that the the lawyers for the other party are based in Southam - if so sets of lawyers are likely to be less confrontational
  • 5 Personal touch and a wealth of expertise are key benefits that you should look for when selecting conveyancing solicitors. Southam property deals can become significantly more stressful due to lack of transparency between all the parties. The lawyers listed endeavour to make sure that the lines of communication are open and act on arising issues and developments instantly.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Southam since October 2025*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Southam

I need some expedited conveyancing in Southam as I have an ultimatum to exchange contracts inside one month. Fortunately I do not require a mortgage. Is it possible to escape the need for conveyancing searches to save money and time?

As you are are a mortgage free buyer you are at liberty not to do searches although no lawyer would advise that you don't. With plenty of history conveyancing in Southam the following are instances of issues that can be revealed and therefore impact future saleability: Refused Planning Applications, Outstanding Charges, Outstanding Grants, Railway Schemes,...

I used Stirling Law several years ago for my conveyancing in Southam. I now require my file however the law firm has closed. What do I do?

Do call the Solicitors Regulatory Authority (SRA) to assist in tracking down your conveyancing files. They can be contacted on please contact on 0870 606 2555. Alternatively, you should use their online form to make an enquiry. You will need to provide the SRA with as much information as possible to assist their search, including the name and address in Southam of the conveyancing firm of solicitors you previously hired, the name of conveyancing solicitor with whom you had dealings, and the date on which you last had dealings with the firm.

How does conveyancing in Southam differ for newly converted properties?

Most buyers of new build residence in Southam contact us having been asked by the housebuilder to sign contracts and commit to the purchase even before the premises is finished. This is because house builders in Southam tend to 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 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 Southam or who has acted in the same development.

I decided to have a survey carried out on a property in Southam ahead of instructing conveyancers. I have been advised that there is a flying freehold overhang to the house. Our surveyor has said that some banks may not give a loan on this type of premises.

It depends who your proposed lender is. Santander has different requirements from Birmingham Midshires. Should you wish to telephone us we can investigate further via the appropriate mortgage company. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can assist as they are accustomed to dealing with flying freeholds in Southam. Conveyancing will be smoother if you use a solicitor in Southam especially if they are acquainted with such properties in Southam.

As co-executor for the estate of my aunt I am selling a residence in Neath but live in Southam. My solicitor (approximately 250 kilometers awayhas requested that I execute a statutory declaration ahead of completion. Could you suggest a conveyancing lawyer in Southam who can witness this legal document for me?

strictly speaking you are unlikely to need to have the documents attested by a conveyancing solicitor. Ordinarily or notary public or qualified solicitor will suffice regardless of whether they are located in Southam

How much experience do your Southam conveyancing solicitors have with Help To Buy, Shared Equity and similar schemes?

Southam conveyancing lawyers help thousands of buyers move home every year and helped lots of clients through the Help To Buy scheme. The chances are that whatever makes your case unique Southam conveyancers have worked on recent similar matters.

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Typically, Southam conveyancing for a purchase has some of the following tasks

  • Taking instructions from parties involved
  • Examining the title unregistered or registered
  • Carrying out Southam conveyancing searches with respect to the property
  • Assessing draft sale agreement and other documentation collated by the owner’s property lawyer
  • Raising queries with the seller’s property lawyer
  • Agreeing the wording of the sale contract
  • Analysing replies supplied by the owner to pre-contract enquiries
  • Agreeing the wording for a Transfer document
  • Advising the purchasing in respect of the mortgage offer: (if applicable)
  • Drawing up 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 of the purchase
  • Preparing and submitting to HM Revenue and Customs the correct SDLT forms and payment
  • Dealing with the registration procedures for the purchase and the mortgage (where appropriate) at the HM Land Registry.

Typically, Southam conveyancing for a sale includes some of the following tasks

  • Property lawyer instructed by the owners on acceptance of the offer
  • Collating the documents evidencing the title to the property
  • Drawing up the contract and related documents
  • Forwarding draft papers to the conveyancing practitioner retained by the buyer
  • Negotiating contracts and responding to further queries from the purchaser’s conveyancing practitioner
  • Negotiating the transfer deed
  • Responding to requisitions prepared by the purchaser’s conveyancing practitioner
  • Proceeding to exchange of contracts and then completion formalities
  • Accepting the sale proceeds and sending funds to the vendor, the estate agent and other relevant parties (if appropriate)

Transfer of Equity conveyancing in Southam usually includes the following:

  • Obtaining instructions from the appropriate parties
  • Investigating the title to the property
  • Representing lender (if relevant)
  • Negotiating the terms of the transaction
  • Preparing the Transfer or approving the Transfer deed
  • Negotiating adjustments to the draft Transfer
  • Corresponding with parties concerning the Transfer
  • Agreeing and preparing for completion
  • Receiving and releasing monies to relevant parties
  • Completing and submitting to HMRC the appropriate SDLT forms and payment
  • Dealing with the registration formalities for the transfer of ownership and the home loan (where applicable) at the Land Registry.

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

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