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Our team is fully aware that buying or selling a home is one of the most exciting and important, yet potentially one of the most stressful, events in your life. We therefore work hard to make sure that every transaction is as stress free and efficient as possible, with our team ensuring you receive regular updates.

Our service begins and ends personally, with each transaction being completed by a conveyancer personal to you, so you know who you need to talk to from first instruction to completion. We are aware that your house is your home, but it is also an investment. Thus, very importantly we will ensure, from a legal point of view that you end up buying a property that you will be able to sell.

Our team can act on a wide range of transactions ranging from residential, buy-to-let, high net worth and land development, to transactions involving a limited company.

Providing you with a first time buyer's guide

  • Reviewing your contract, title documents and searches
  • Acting on behalf of your Lender and advising you on your mortgage, if any
  • Reporting to you on your obligations as a homeowner and advising you on all rights, reservations, restrictions and covenants that may affect the property
  • Exchanging contracts
  • Completing the transfer of funds
  • Submitting your Stamp Duty Land Tax return and processing your payment of any stamp duty due
  • Completing the registration of the property into your name

Providing you with a sale guide and assisting with completing the necessary paperwork to be provided to the buyers’ solicitor

  • Drafting all of your contract paperwork and issuing this to the buyers’ solicitor
  • Dealing with any enquiries raised on your behalf
  • Attending to repayment of your mortgage, if any
  • Exchanging contracts
  • Completing and transferring the sale proceeds
  • Sending the buyer all of the original deeds and sale documentation

See our guides on buying and selling property for an overview of a typical conveyancing process involved.

Some of the work will be carried out by a team of Paralegals or Property Executives who do much of the day to day work on cases. Although they are not legally qualified, they have between 2 and 18 years' experience, have received extensive training within our firm and work under the direct supervision of a solicitor with at least 5 years post qualification experience.

Jake Mowatt, our lease extension expert, can assist by providing the below:

  • An initial review of your lease together with a comparison of extending your lease by private negotiation or under the Leasehold Reform, Housing and Urban Development Act 1993 (LRHUDA 1993)
  • Assessing your eligibility for a lease extension under the statutory route, and advising on the advantages and drawbacks of utilising either the statutory or private negotiation routes.
  • Advising you on the procedure, timescales, and the likely costs involved
  • Assisting you with extending your lease and registering the new lease at the Land Registry
  • Seeking your mortgage lender’s approval (if applicable) to the lease extension and handling their additional requirements.

Lease extensions negotiated privately with the landlord/freeholder are handled by our Residential Property Team. Applications for tenants to acquire the freehold under the LRHUDA 1993 are handled by our expert Commercial Property Team. Our team can assess whether you qualify to extend your lease or enfranchise and we can advise you as to the different routes available.

The Team have a wealth of knowledge and experience in this sector, and can assist you with the following:

  • New-build freehold and leasehold sales
  • Housing Association New Build Home Buy (shared ownership) matters
  • Right to buy
  • Right to acquire
  • Assignments (re-sales of existing shared ownership properties)
  • Stair-casings
  • Transfer of equity.

The team can also assist with property matters such as re-mortgages, transfer of equity, and matrimonial transfers.

For advice on property disputes, we have a dedicated Property Disputes Team who can assist you with a whole host of disputes.

Contact Our Property Disputes Team

If you are moving home, have you thought about updating your Will? Our Wills, Trusts, & Probate Team can assist.

Contact Our Wills Team

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What our clients say

We used Lily Beel for our recent property purchase, and can't recommend her highly enough. Throughout it all, Lily's guidance was professional and properly tailored to our situation rather than generic advice. She kept us clearly informed at every stage, explained the probate and legal complications as they arose, and gave us real confidence that things were being handled professionally.

Client feedback

Leanne made the whole house-buying process feel quick, straightforward and as stress-free as possible. She truly went above and beyond throughout the process and was always on hand whenever we needed her. Buying a house can be a stressful experience, but Leanne made the process so much easier and gave us complete confidence throughout. I would highly recommend Leanne and Leathes Prior Solicitors.

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We recently sold two properties and bought a third all with the assistance and expertise of Madison King, who went above and beyond what we expected to bring all three to a successful conclusion. We have happily recommended Leathes Prior to family and friends, who have been equally impressed by the standard of service offered. We have no hesitation in recommending Ms King.

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Jake was brilliant from start to finish when selling my property. The whole process was handled professionally, communication was excellent, and everything was explained clearly whenever I had a question. Selling a property can be stressful, but Jake made it feel far more straightforward than I expected.

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Thank you so much for your hard work. Your efficiency never ceases to amaze. Looking forward to the next one already!

Client feedback

Emily Whelband at Leathes Prior has been outstanding in supporting the sale of my property. There were a few unexpected issues along the way which were dealt with in a timely and professional manner. Communication has been perfect and I have been updated effectively along the way. All my queries were dealt with appropriately. I would have no hesitation to recommend Emily's services to others.

Google review

My house purchase experience with Leathes Prior has been excellent. Emily Whelband in particular was a wonderful guiding hand throughout the process. She was always available on the end of the phone to offer advice and support. I couldn't be happier with the service provided.

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I really recommend using these. Rachael's knowledge, expertise, speed and professionalism was second to none. Angela Chalmers was also a delight, amazing communication, nothing was too much trouble. We look forward to using these amazing people to act for us again in the not too distant future.

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Very pleased with the service in selling our property. Managing the sale from overseas could have been really stressful, but it was handled smoothly and professionally. Special thanks to Madison King, who made the transaction seamless. She gave clear advice and steady support, always acting with integrity and honesty and keeping our best interests at heart.

Google review

Leanne was professional, proactive, responsive and always willing to explain matters clearly. She kept us updated at every stage and worked hard to move the transaction forward despite numerous challenges. Her advice gave us confidence throughout the purchase, and we always felt that our interests were being looked after.

Client feedback

Very professional and honest communications throughout. Quality at a reasonable price. Leanne was my acting solicitor and did a very professional and thorough job!

Client feedback

Helen at Leathes Prior provided excellent service from start to finish on the purchase of my new property. She was always responsive whenever I had any issues or questions, and explained each step of the process in a way that was easy to understand. Would definitely recommend, particularly to any first-time buyers.

Client feedback

Eleanor Chapman kindly took me on as a client at very short notice with a tight deadline looming for both a sale of a property and a remortgage. Eleanor was extremely competent, kind and professional dealing with my emails and queries. I can highly recommend her and will definitely be returning as a client.

Client feedback

I have used both Lilly and Jakes teams at Leathes Prior and both have been very efficient and most importantly very timely and quick at responding to my emails and getting the mortgages completed - I've had other solicitors not reply for days or just go awol - these guys its never a worry.

Client feedback

We have used Leathes Prior for a number of years for conveyancing and have always received excellent service. Everything is dealt with promptly. Communication is excellent. The team are both professional and knowledgeable. Madison King and Kate Newsom did an excellent job for us and we are very grateful to them.

Client feedback

Excellent service, kept up to date on a very regular basis on the purchase of my home. I would highly recommend Leathes Prior. Best Solicitor firm I have ever dealt with.

Google review

Have dealt with Leathes Prior for many years and always been impressed by the level of service. This has continued in a conveyancing successfully completed today by property executive Emily Whelband.

Google review

I used the services of Leathes Prior, and in particular Rachael Hughes and her lovely assistant Angela Chalmers who dealt with the conveyancing of an inherited house with professionalism and compassion during a difficult period. I was kept well informed every step of the way and they were more than happy to answer any questions I had in a timely manner. I would recommend them without hesitation.

Client feedback

Madison has been brilliant from start to finish with the sale of my property. She was supportive and thorough throughout the whole process and I wouldn’t hesitate to use her services again. Thank you Madison for acting with such professionalism and kindness.

Client feedback

Thank you all so much for your hard work, I wouldn't ever use anyone else. We were very happy with the service you have given us and are so happy how quick and easy it been for us. It’s really taken a lot of the stress away from us, thank you again !!!!

Client feedback

Emily Whelband has provided fantastic help and service throughout our purchase, not only working thoroughly, but also quickly and efficiently. Emily and Leathes Prior are highly recommended and we would not hesitate to use again. Many thanks.

Google review

I just wanted to let you know how impressed I have been with Stephen Wilson. He dealt with my case swiftly and confidently and showed a great understanding of the whole process. He put me at ease with an incredibly important situation and I would recommend his services to others.

Client feedback

I just wanted to say a big thanks to you both for all your work over the past six months. This is the second time I've used Leathes Prior to move house and both times the service and advice has been excellent. Thanks so much again - we really appreciate everything you've done.

Client feedback

We are extremely grateful for all your help, advice and support during both of our abortive house purchases and for your speed and efficiency in completing. After such a stressful few months, it was very reassuring for us to know that we were in such good hands. We would not hesitate to use you again or to recommend you to friends and family.

Client feedback

We would like to thank you so much for dealing with our house sale/buy. We have bought many houses over the years and we can certainly say you have provided us with the best service. You always answered our emails & telephone calls very promptly. We have been 100% satisfied with the service you have provided us!

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