Written by Salima Manji, Head of Real Estate · SRA-regulated · Last reviewed 1 October 2026
Fixed-fee conveyancing for buyers, sellers and homeowners across London. Clear prices up front, a named lawyer from day one, and offices on the Strand and in Edgware.
Buying or selling a home is the largest transaction most people make, and the legal work decides how smoothly it goes. Our residential property team handles purchases, sales, remortgages, leasehold matters and transfers of equity, led by Salima Manji, Head of Real Estate.
You deal with one named lawyer throughout, supervised by the head of department. We tell you what is happening before you have to ask, and we publish our fees so you know the cost before you instruct us.
Need a conveyancing quote? Call our conveyancing team on +44 (0)20 3588 3500 to get things moving with your property.
Our Conveyancing Services
Buying a house or flat
We check the title, order searches, review the contract and raise enquiries, report to you on anything that matters, and handle your mortgage, exchange, completion, Stamp Duty and Land Registry registration. First-time buyers get a plain-English report and a lawyer who explains each step.
Before you offer, check the area with our free Property Area Report Tool and read Stamp Duty in 2026: What Every Property Buyer Needs to Know.
Selling a property
We send you the property information forms as soon as you accept an offer, prepare the contract pack, answer the buyer’s enquiries, redeem your mortgage and send you the proceeds on completion day. Instructing us before you go on the market saves weeks later.
Buying and selling at the same time
When you are in a chain, one firm handling both sides keeps exchange and completion dates aligned. We manage both transactions together for a combined quote.
Remortgaging
A straightforward remortgage service: we report on the offer, redeem the old loan, account for the funds and register the new charge. Fees from £895 + VAT.
Leasehold purchases and sales
Leasehold flats need extra checks: lease length, ground rent, service charges, the management pack and, for buildings over 11 metres, Building Safety Act information. We flag short leases and onerous terms before you are committed.
Lease extensions and freehold purchase
We extend leases formally under statute or by informal agreement with the freeholder, and help groups of leaseholders buy their freehold.
Transfer of equity
Adding or removing someone from the title after marriage, separation or for estate planning. Read How to Transfer a Property into Sole Ownership, and where a divorce is involved, Property Portfolios and Divorce.
Shared ownership and staircasing
We review the shared ownership lease, act on the initial purchase, and handle staircasing to 100% and sales.
Auction properties
Completion is usually due within 20 or 28 days of the hammer falling, so we review the legal pack before you bid and give you a written report. Instruct us as soon as you see a lot you like.
New build purchases
New builds come with tight exchange deadlines, long-stop dates and developer contracts. We review the contract, planning, warranty and estate charges so you know what you are signing.
Islamic mortgage conveyancing
We act on purchases and remortgages funded by Sharia-compliant home finance, including Ijara and Diminishing Musharaka structures, and are experienced with the documentation Islamic lenders require.
Buying property with cryptocurrency
We are one of the few firms that act on purchases funded by crypto, with the source-of-funds evidence lenders and regulators expect. Read Buying a Property with Cryptocurrency in the UK.
Buy-to-let, company purchases and probate sales
We act for landlords buying personally or through a limited company, and for executors selling a property from an estate. For landlord paperwork, see our tenancy agreement service.
Commercial property: see our commercial property services.
Conveyancing Fees
Our legal fees are fixed by property price and published in full. All figures below are from our 2026 fee guide and are legal fees from, plus VAT.
| Property price | Freehold buy or sell | Leasehold buy or sell | Freehold remortgage | Leasehold remortgage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Up to £250,000 | £1,300 | £1,450 | £895 | £1,095 |
| £250,001–£500,000 | £1,500 | £1,650 | £995 | £1,250 |
| £500,001–£750,000 | £1,650 | £1,800 | £1,095 | £1,350 |
| £750,001–£1m | £1,850 | £1,995 | £1,295 | £1,550 |
| Over £1m | £2,250 | £2,450 | Custom quote | Custom quote |
Other services: Transfer of equity from £1,050 + VAT (freehold) or £1,250 + VAT (leasehold); Lease extension from £1,450 + VAT.
Common additions (+ VAT): Acting for your lender £195 · Stamp Duty return £100 · ID check £25 per person · bank transfer £45 · gifted deposit £125 per giftor · Islamic finance £150 · shared ownership £400 · Building Safety Act checks £400.
Third-party costs on a purchase: Search pack about £420–£540, Land Registry fee (depends on price), and Stamp Duty. Your written quote lists every item, so there are no surprises.
Need a conveyancing quote? Call our conveyancing team on +44 (0)20 3588 3500 to get things moving with your property.
The Conveyancing Process and Timescales
A typical purchase takes 12 to 16 weeks from offer accepted to completion. Chains, leasehold properties and lease extensions can take longer.
- Instruction (day 1) – you accept our quote, complete ID checks and pay for searches.
- Contract pack and searches (weeks 1–4) – the seller’s lawyer sends the contract; we order local, drainage and environmental searches.
- Enquiries (weeks 3–8) – we raise questions on anything unclear and chase the answers.
- Mortgage offer and report (weeks 4–10) – we check the offer and send you a written report on the property.
- Exchange of contracts (weeks 10–14) – you sign, pay the deposit, and the deal becomes legally binding.
- Completion (usually 1–4 weeks after exchange) – funds move, and you collect the keys.
- After completion – we pay Stamp Duty and register you as owner at the Land Registry.
Areas We Cover
England and Wales: We act on properties anywhere in England and Wales, with everything signed and tracked online. Our team will stay in touch with you through phone and email throughout the conveyancing process.
If you prefer to meet the team in person and want a local conveyancer, we also cover the areas below:
Central London, from our Strand office (WC2): Westminster, the City, Camden, Islington, Kensington and Chelsea, Southwark and Lambeth.
North West London, from our Edgware office (HA8): Edgware, Stanmore, Mill Hill, Burnt Oak, Canons Park, Hendon, Harrow, Barnet and Borehamwood.
Need a conveyancing quote? Call our conveyancing team on +44 (0)20 3588 3500 or press Enquire at the top of this page, our team responds quickly.
Frequently Asked Questions / Questions & Answers
How much do conveyancing solicitors charge in London?
Our legal fees start at £1,300 + VAT for a freehold purchase or sale up to £250,000, rising by property price. Searches, Land Registry fees and Stamp Duty are extra; your quote itemises them all.
How long does conveyancing take?
A typical purchase takes 12 to 16 weeks. A sale with no onward chain can be quicker; leasehold properties and long chains often take longer.
When should I instruct a conveyancing solicitor?
As soon as your offer is accepted, or before you market your home if you are selling. Early instruction is the single best way to avoid delays.
Do I need a local solicitor?
No. We act on properties across England and Wales. A local office helps if you prefer to meet in person or need documents signed quickly.
Are you on my lender’s panel?
We are on most major lender panels, including Islamic finance providers. Tell us your lender when you request a quote and we will confirm.
What is included in your fixed fee?
All legal work to completion, including acting for your lender, Land Registry registration and the Stamp Duty return. Extras like gifted deposits or shared ownership are listed up front.
Can you speed up my purchase?
We can, if the other side is ready. Ordering searches on day one, chasing daily and using online signing cuts weeks from most transactions.
Do you handle Islamic mortgages?
Yes. We regularly act on purchases funded by Sharia-compliant home finance.
