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Reasons to use our Vauxhall conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 There is a better than average chance that the the lawyers for the other party are based in Vauxhall - if so sets of solicitors will have worked on conveyancing matters in the past
  • 2 The hallmark of our conveyancing solicitors in Vauxhall is quality not quantity. The level of service offered by conveyancing "factories" (sometimes 'recommended' by large estate agency chains) sometimes falls short of the high standards of professionalism you would hope for.
  • 3 Vauxhall property lawyers work in partnership with Vauxhall estate agents, property finders, surveyors, lenders and other professionals to make sure that the highest level of service is provided to clients every step of the way, never losing sight of the time-critical nature behind your conveyancing transaction
  • 4 Our site is the first site offering you the ability to ensure that your property ownership legalities in Vauxhall will be carried out by a law firm on your mortgage lender’s authorised panel.
  • 5 Peace of mind comes when you select the very best, most recommended conveyancing solicitors. Vauxhall has a number to pick from, but for a truly dependable and reliable service many local people have been use the recommendation of this site.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Vauxhall since June 2025*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Vauxhall

I am obtaining a offer of a home loan from Halifax. I intend to use a Licensed Conveyancer in Vauxhall. Does the Halifax Solicitor panel allow for Licensed Conveyancers?

The Halifax approved solicitor list is, like many other lenders, associated to the Council or Mortgage Lenders or Building Society Association, open to Licensed Conveyancers regulated by the CLC.

Are there restrictive covenants that are commonly picked up as part of conveyancing in Vauxhall?

Covenants that are restrictive in nature can be picked up when reviewing land registry title as part of the process of conveyancing in Vauxhall. 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…’

About to purchase a new build apartment in Vauxhall. Conveyancing is a frightening process at the best of times but I have never purchased a new build flat before. Can you give me some examples of some of the questions asked in new build legal work.

Here is a sample of a few leasehold new build enquiries that you can expect your new-build leasehold conveyancing in Vauxhall

    The Vendor must covenant to keep unoccupied units in good repair until long leases are granted therefore. Where there is an Undertaking being granted there is the risk of forfeiture of the Headlease subject to relief if one or more of the Underlessees are willing to accept the original Head Lessee’s obligations as otherwise relief will be denied to the Underlessees. The only alternatives are the Head Lessor agreeing not to forfeit the Headlease or the Head Lessee guaranteeing to the Underlessees that it will not be in breach of the Headlease. There must be mutual enforceability of lessee’s covenants. Will control of the Management Company (if any) be handed over to purchasers on completion of the last sale or earlier? Please confirm the Lease plans are architect prepared.

Due to the encouragement of my in-laws I had a survey completed on a house in Vauxhall prior to retaining solicitors. I have been told that there is a flying freehold element to the property. My surveyor has said that some lenders tend refuse to issue a loan on a flying freehold property.

It varies from the lender to lender. Santander has different instructions from Nationwide. Should you wish to call us we can look into this further with the relevant mortgage company. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can help as they are accustomed to dealing with flying freeholds in Vauxhall. Conveyancing will be smoother if you use a solicitor in Vauxhall especially if they are accustomed to such properties in Vauxhall.

I today plan to offer on a house that appears to meet my requirements, at a great price which is making it all the more appealing. I have subsequently been informed that the title is leasehold as opposed to freehold. I would have thought that there are issues buying a house with a leasehold title in Vauxhall. Conveyancing solicitors have are soon to be appointed. Will my lawyers set out the risks of buying a leasehold house in Vauxhall ?

Most houses in Vauxhall are freehold and not leasehold. This is one of the situations where having a local conveyancer used to dealing with such properties who can assist with the conveyancing process. It is clear that you are buying in Vauxhall so you should seriously consider looking for a Vauxhall conveyancing practitioner and check that they have experience in transacting on leasehold houses. First you will need to check the number of years remaining. Being a lessee you will not be at liberty to do whatever you want with the house. The lease will likely included provisions such as obtaining the landlord’spermission to conduct changes to the property. It may be necessary to pay a contribution towards the upkeep of the communal areas where the house is part of an estate. Your solicitor will appraise you on the various issues.

I have tried to negotiate informally with with my landlord for a lease extension without any joy. Can a leaseholder make an application to the Leasehold Valuation Tribunal? Can you recommend a Vauxhall conveyancing firm to represent me?

Where there is a missing landlord or where there is disagreement about the premium for a lease extension, under the Leasehold Reform, Housing and Urban Development Act 1993 it is possible to make an application to the LVT to assess the premium.

An example of a Lease Extension case for a Vauxhall property is Flats 12A & 19, Evelyn Mansions Carlisle Place in June 2009. The Tribunal held that the price to be paid for the new lease of Flat 12A is £168,824, For the other flat the price was set at £169,110 This case was in relation to 2 flats. The remaining number of years on the lease was 56 years.

What type of premises does your Vauxhall conveyancing estimates apply to?

Our conveyancing quotes are only appropriate to standard domestic premises in England & Wales. Should you have any different requirements for instance industrial or agricultural land or commercial conveyancing in Vauxhall do contact us to address your requirements .

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Vauxhall regulated by the SRA

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

  • Mcdonald & Co, Flat 40 Rivermill, 151 Grosvenor Road, London, SW1V 3JN
  • Eagle Solicitors, 163 Kennington Lane, London, SE11 4EZ
  • Piper Smith Watton Llp, 29 Great Peter Street, London, SW1P 3LW
  • Hockfield And Co, 41 Reedworth Street, Kennington, London, SE11 4PQ
  • Ricardina Bridges Ltd, 47 South Lambeth Road, London, SW8 1RH

Residential Landlord and Tenant Conveyancing solicitors in Vauxhall

The firms listed below are a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in Vauxhall practicing in landlord and tenant law and on the regulations governing different types of tenancies. This will likely include advice on Leasehold Valuation Tribunal proceedings

  • Mcdonald & Co, Flat 40 Rivermill, 151 Grosvenor Road, London, SW1V 3JN
  • Eagle Solicitors, 163 Kennington Lane, London, SE11 4EZ
  • Hansen Palomares, 153 Kennington Road, London, SE11 6SF
  • Hockfield And Co, 41 Reedworth Street, Kennington, London, SE11 4PQ
  • Lee Bolton & Lee Nominees Ltd, 1 The Sanctuary, London, SW1P 3JT

Planning law solicitors in Vauxhall regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority

The practices listed below are a small selection of solicitors in Vauxhall specialising in planning law. The solicitors can give expert legal advice on all aspects of planning, including planning applications and appeals
  • Ricardina Bridges Ltd, 47 South Lambeth Road, London, SW8 1RH
  • Keystone Law Limited, Second Floor Audley House, 13 Palace Street, London, SW1E 5HX
  • Hempsons, 40 Villiers Street, London, WC2N 6NJ
  • Ahc Solicitors Limited, 1 Northumberland Avenue, Trafalgar Square, London, WC2N 5BW
  • Fortune Green Legal Practice Limited, Golden Cross House, 8 Duncannon Street, London, WC2N 4JF

Neighboring Locations

Millbank
Westminster
Pimlico
Vauxhall
Lambeth
Nine Elms
Kennington
Oval

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

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