Residential Conveyancing
we understand that a conveyancing transaction can prove to be one of the, if not the most important and potentially, largest financial transaction in one’s lifetime.
If you are buying or selling a home, remortgaging, or dealing with a leasehold matter, our Residential Conveyancing Solicitors, accredited under the Law Society’s Conveyancing Quality Scheme and on 91 lender panels, can help you from instruction through to completion.
Moving home is one of the most significant financial decisions most people make. When something goes wrong with a property transaction, the consequences can be costly and stressful. At Law Lane Solicitors, founded in 2015, with offices in Stratford, High Holborn, and Croydon, our residential conveyancing team has built a strong reputation for keeping transactions on track and clients properly informed at every stage.
We hold accreditation under the Law Society’s Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS), the recognised standard of excellence in residential conveyancing. Our residential conveyancing team is approved on 91 lender panels, which means that whatever mortgage provider you use, the chances are we can act for both you and your lender in the same transaction. That reduces cost, reduces delay, and keeps your purchase or sale moving forward.
We act for buyers, sellers, remortgagors, and investors across London and nationally. Our multilingual team speaks over 28 languages, and we are focused on ensuring your interests are fully protected.
“Thank you Rahat and Esra for managing my conveyancing (sale and purchase) which turned out to be a very prolonged process. You picked up the phone whenever I rang, urgent matters were attended to, you contacted whoever needed to be contacted, you were professional and courteous in all things, and you talked me through things I didn’t understand with patience. Having supportive, switched-on, and savvy legal advisors really made a difference. Your help, advice and support were much appreciated.” VV – Google Review
Our Residential Conveyancing Services
We advise and act on the full range of residential property transactions, including:
- Freehold and leasehold property purchases, from straightforward transactions to complex multi-title acquisitions
- Property sales, including managing the redemption of existing mortgages and dealing with title issues before they cause delay
- Remortgages, whether switching lender, releasing equity, or refinancing for debt consolidation
- Transfers of equity, including transfers following relationship breakdown, into or out of joint ownership, and into trust structures
- Lease extensions, enfranchisements, and right to manage applications
- Shared ownership purchases and staircasing transactions
- Help to Buy equity loan purchases and repayments
- New-build purchases, including exchange on plan and managing developers’ standard contract terms
- Deeds of trust and declarations of trust, recording each owner’s financial contribution and beneficial interest (TOLATA claims)
- Buy-to-let purchases and landlord portfolio transactions
- Unregistered land and first registration applications
Why Choose Law Lane for Conveyancing?
Our CQS accreditation reflects the processes, standards, and risk management frameworks that govern our conveyancing team’s operations. The scheme is the mark that lenders, insurers, and informed clients look for when selecting a conveyancing firm, and we maintain it through ongoing compliance and annual review.
Being on 91 lender panels gives our clients a genuine, practical advantage. Many smaller conveyancing firms are not approved by the major lenders, which forces buyers to instruct a second firm, pay two sets of legal fees, and deal with delays from firms that do not communicate directly. With us, that problem does not arise.
We are also one of the very few law firms in England and Wales to employ solicitors, solicitor-advocates, and barristers in-house. In property matters, that depth of resource means that if a conveyancing transaction escalates into a dispute, over boundaries, title defects, or misrepresentation, we can handle it without referring your matter elsewhere.
Our Trustpilot rating of 4.95 from over 1,200 reviews reflects what our clients experience: clear communication, honest advice, and consistent results.
Get in touch today to discuss your residential property transaction. Phone 020 7870 4870, email info@lawlanesolicitors.co.uk or fill in our contact form..
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Law Lane Solicitors is proud to be accredited under The Law Society’s Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS) Accreditation.
Frequently Asked Questions – Residential Conveyancing
How long does a residential conveyancing transaction usually take?
Most freehold purchases complete between eight and fourteen weeks from instruction, though leasehold transactions, new-builds, and purchases in a chain can take longer. The most common causes of delay are mortgage offer conditions, local authority search times, and issues with the seller’s title. We keep you updated at every stage so that you know exactly where things stand.
What is the difference between exchange and completion?
An exchange is the point at which both parties sign identical contracts, making the transaction legally binding. Completion is when the purchase money is transferred, and you receive the keys. Between exchange and completion, neither party can withdraw without a significant financial penalty.
What searches do I need when buying a property?
Standard searches on a purchase include a local authority search, a drainage and water search, and an environmental search. Depending on the property and location, additional searches, such as a chancel repair search or a mining search, may be needed. We advise you on which searches are appropriate for your specific purchase.
How much stamp duty will I pay?
Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) is the tax payable to HMRC when you buy property or land in England. Since 1 April 2025, the nil-rate threshold for standard residential buyers is £125,000. For first-time buyers, no SDLT is payable on the first £300,000, provided the property costs no more than £500,000 in total. If you are buying an additional property, such as a buy-to-let, an additional 5% surcharge applies on top of the standard rates. We calculate your SDLT liability precisely as part of our conveyancing service.
What are the risks in buying a leasehold property?
Leasehold properties carry obligations that freehold purchases do not, including ground rent, service charges, and restrictions on what you can do with the property. A short lease, generally one with fewer than 80 years remaining, can make a property difficult to mortgage and harder to sell. We review lease terms carefully before you commit and advise you on extension options under current and forthcoming legislation.
What has the recent leasehold reform legislation changed?
The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 is being brought into force in stages. The most significant change that is currently in force took effect on 31st January 2025: the two-year ownership qualifying period for lease extensions was removed, so you can now extend your lease immediately after purchase without waiting. Further provisions of the Act, including the right to extend to a much longer term and the removal of the marriage value premium on short leases, are expected to come into force once the government makes the necessary commencement regulations, but those changes are not yet law. We will advise you on the current position when your transaction is underway.
What is the lender panel, and why does it matter to me?
When you buy with a mortgage, your lender instructs solicitors to protect its interest in the property as well as yours. Most lenders will only use solicitors on their approved panel. If your solicitor is not on that panel, you must instruct a separate firm and pay separate fees, just for the lender’s side. Because we are approved on 91 lender panels, in most cases, we can act for both you and your lender in the same transaction, saving you money and avoiding duplication.
Can you act if I am buying in England but live or work abroad?
Yes, we act for clients based overseas on a regular basis, using secure digital document signing and video appointments where needed. Our multilingual team means that language is rarely a barrier, and we are used to managing the practical challenges of clients who cannot always attend in person.
What does the conveyancing process cost?
Our fees vary depending on the nature and value of the transaction. We provide a full, itemised quote at the outset so you know exactly what you will pay, with no hidden additions. You can view our pricing structure on our fees page or request a quote directly by calling or emailing us.
How do I instruct Law Lane to act on my conveyancing purchase or sale?
Call us or email, and one of our conveyancing team will take your initial details, provide a fee quote, and send you a client care letter and initial paperwork to sign and return. We aim to open matters quickly so that your transaction progresses swiftly from the very start.
Conveyancing Team
Saghir Ahmad
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Brian Hoffman
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Amrit Kaur Grewal
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Ata Ur Rahman
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Ganga Gunatilake
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Adedamola Adedeji
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Kainaat Malik
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Rahat Ara Gitu
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Amina Aziz
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Esra Demirtas
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Farzana Mohammed
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Christian O. Nwaorah
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Hafza Hassan
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Hina Latif
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Aiziya Khan
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Sanushi Sumaya Hemantha
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Syed Umer Ali
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