I am expecting a mortgage offer from Lloyds. I intend to enlist the help of a Licensed Conveyancer in Aldershot. Does the Lloyds Conveyancing panel allow for Licensed Conveyancers?

The Lloyds approved solicitor list is, like many other lenders, represented by the CML or BSA, open to Licensed Conveyancers regulated by the Council of Licensed Conveyancers.

When scouring mumsnet.com for a recommended lawyer in Aldershot, many comment that I must instruct a CQS accredited solicitor. Can you explain what CQS is?

Aldershot Conveyancing Quality Scheme practices have obtained certification by the law Society CQS was brought about to promote high standards in the home buying process. CQS helps buyers and sellers to recognise solicitor firms that provide a quality residential conveyancing. Aldershot is one of locations in England and Wales in which CQS have a presence. The conveyancing scheme requires law firms to undergo a strict assessment, compulsory training, self-certification, spot checks and yearly assessments in order to maintain CQS status. It is available to solicitors and not licensed conveyancers and has the support of the Building Societies Association.

Have purchased a a terraced house in Aldershot , how long should it take for the Land Registry to register my ownership? My Aldershot conveyancing solicitor works at snail pace, so I want to be certain that my purchase is registered.

There is nothing unique when it comes to conveyancing in Aldershot registration formalities. Rather than based on location, timescales can vary according to the party submitting the application, whether it is in order and whether the Land registry communicate with any 3rd parties. As of today roughly three quarters of such applications are fully addressed within 12 days but occasionally there can be protracted delays. Historically registration occurs after the purchaser has moved in to the property thus an expedited registration is not typically top priority but if it is urgent that the the registration takes place urgently then you or your lawyers could speak with the land registry and explain the circumstances.

In my capacity as executor for the will of my grandmother I am selling a residence in Newport but reside in Aldershot. My lawyer (based 250 miles awayhas requested that I sign a stat dec prior to the transaction finalising. Could you suggest a conveyancing lawyer in Aldershot who can attest this legal document for me?

Technically speaking you should not be required to have the documents witnessed by a conveyancing solicitor. Normally or notary public or qualified solicitor will do regardless of whether they are based in Aldershot

What is the reason for my conveyancing practitioner requiring various items of ID before they can commence with selling or purchasing a property in Aldershot?

Aldershot conveyancing practitioners are required by the Law Society, Solicitors Regulation Authority, HMLR and current AML legislation to certify that the have verified the identity of their clients. It is also sometimes a requirement of your lender if you are taking a mortgage. Furthermore they have to complete various forms, particularly those relating to SDLT and need to have information such as your full names, national insurance number and DOB.