I am obtaining a mortgage offer from Lloyds. My intention is to retain the legal services of a Licensed Conveyancer in Shenfield. Does the Lloyds Solicitor panel allow for conveyancers regulated by the CLC?
The Lloyds approved solicitor list is, like many other lenders, represented by the CML or Building Society Association, open to Licensed Conveyancers regulated by the CLC.
My lawyer in Shenfield is not listed on the Halifax Approved Panel. Is it possible for me to continue with my prefered solicitor notwithstanding that they are not on the Halifax list of approved lawyers?
The limited options available to you here include:
- Complete the purchase with your existing Shenfield solicitors but Halifax will need to use a conveyancer on their list of acceptable firms. This will result in additional overall conveyancing fees as well as cause frustration.
- Get an alternative practitioner to act in the conveyancing, not forgetting to check they are Persuade your lawyer to do everything within their powers to join the Halifax conveyancing panel
Me and my partner are purchasing a property in Shenfield. It might be a silly question but how we can trust a conveyancer? On the day of competition we will need to put money into their account. What protection do we have from them run away with our money?
Be assured that all money in a Solicitors client account is 100% safe, and even if your Solicitor ran off with it, the Law Society would reimburse you fully.
Is there a list of Lloyds panel solicitors in Shenfield on the Building Society Association’s Website?
No. There is no such facility on the CML or Building Society Association sites. A small selection of mortgage companies make their panel listings visible over the internet. If you are in need of a Shenfield conveyancer on the Lloyds please use our facility.
Can I be sure that the Shenfield conveyancing solicitor on the Principality panel is any good?
When it comes to conveyancing in Shenfield getting recommendations is a sensible start. Before you go ahead, check if they offer a no sale no fee offer. Also, you often get what you pay for - a firm which quotes more, will often provide a better service than one advertising the lowest fees. We would always suggest that you speak with the solicitor conducting your conveyancing.
I am selling our home in Shenfield and the buyers lawyers are claiming that there is a possibility that the property was built land that was not decontaminated. A local conveyancer would know that there is no such problem. It does beg the question why the purchasers instructed a national conveyancing outfit rather than a conveyancing solicitor in Shenfield. Having lived in Shenfield for many years we know that this is a non issue. Is it a good idea to get in touch with our local Authority to seek confirmation need.
It would appear that you have a conveyancing lawyer already. Are they able to advise? You should enquire of your lawyer before you do anything. It is very possible that once the local authority has been informed of a potential issue it cannot be insured against (a bit like being diagnosed with a serious illness and then taking out life insurance to cover that same ailment)
I have recentlyfound out that Wolstenholmes have closed. They carried out my conveyancing in Shenfield for a purchase of a leasehold apartment 12 months ago. How can I check that the property is in my name in the name of the former proprietor?
The easiest way to check if the premises is in your name, you can make a search of the land registry (£3.00). You can either do this yourself or ask a law firm to do this for you. If you are not registered you can seek help from one of a number of Shenfield conveyancing specialists.