One way of choosing a conveyancing lawyer is with an online search
and looking at price. Some conveyancing firms have online quote calculators
which give you a price when you put details of your house sale or purchase in.
But beware, cheap does not always mean
best. You home is probably your biggest asset and the process of buying or
selling it could involve some complex legal technicalities. If a price looks
very cheap in comparison to other providers, it would be worth asking why.
You also need to decide if you want a local
lawyer that you can see. With conveyancing it’s not usually necessary to go
into the lawyer’s office but you may want that personal service element. Firms
providing that type of local service are unlikely to be as cheap as firms
providing high volume, mainly online, conveyancing services.
when looking at the price and especially
when comparing prices, check what it includes. Does it include costs like Land
Registry fees or any stamp duty for example? Make sure you are clear about the
total amount that you will end up paying.
It might be worth “trying before you buy” and
contacting the firm to discuss your transaction and get a fee quote. Do they
seem interested in your matter? Do they return calls or messages? Are they able
to answer your questions in a way that makes you feel comfortable?
