What’s the difference between a solicitor and a conveyancer?

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What’s the difference between a solicitor and a conveyancer?

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While most people are familiar with the legal services provided by a solicitor, they may wonder about the type of work performed by a conveyancer. What is conveyancing, and do you need a qualified solicitor to do it for you?

What is conveyancing?

The process of buying or selling a house or property is called conveyancing. Included in the act of conveyancing are the title searches, contract exchanges and other legal documents required to complete a sale and purchase of property.

Who may conveyance?

You may use the services of a licensed conveyancer, a lawyer conveyancer or even do your own conveyancing with a pre-purchased ‘kit’ designed by lawyers.

What is a licensed conveyancer?

A licensed conveyancer is a not a lawyer but has been trained and licensed to perform a portion of the legal work associated with a real estate transaction. They can advise on matters of conveyancing and property law only.

What is a lawyer conveyancer?

Lawyer conveyancers, on the other hand, can perform and advise on these matters as well as give advice about other legal matters including those relating to the property, such as tax, inheritance, family law or even criminal matters. Both types of conveyancing can often be done for a flat fee. Some transactions are more complex, so the fee charged will depend on what services you need to have done.

Conveyancing can be time-consuming and complex. You may do it yourself if you have the time and are very careful to follow instructions and check all legal requirements. This information is provided as a guide only. For further information on conveyancing, please contact a conveyancing professional.

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