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Choosing a conveyancing solicitor in the UK — fees, panels, and timing

How UK conveyancing works, what solicitors actually do, typical fixed fees, and how to pick one who's fast, communicative, and on your lender's panel.

Typical timescale
Runs 8–12 weeks alongside stages 4–7
Approximate cost
£1,000–£2,500 including disbursements
When in the journey
Phase 3 of 4 — Make it official

What happens at this stage

Your solicitor (or licensed conveyancer) handles searches, contracts, the title, and the actual transfer of money on completion day.

What to do, in order

  1. 1Compare three solicitors on your lender's panel.
  2. 2Send ID and proof of address for AML.
  3. 3Fill in the property information forms the solicitor sends.

Watch out for

  • Using one not on your lender's panel — extra fees if you do.
  • The cheapest quote rarely the fastest service.
  • Solicitor delays — chase weekly, escalate to a senior partner if needed.

Who you'll need at this stage

Sample selection — your live dashboard will show postcode-matched providers with up-to-date prices.

Solicitors

  • Aurora Legal

    London · 4.8★ · On all major lender panels.

    £1,150 fixed

  • Greenfield & Co.

    Manchester · 4.7★ · 14-day average exchange.

    £985 fixed

  • Coastline Conveyancing

    Bristol · 4.6★ · Specialists in leasehold.

    £1,290 fixed

Frequently asked

What does a conveyancing solicitor do?
They handle the legal transfer of property — drafting and reviewing contracts, running local authority searches, checking the title, and managing the actual money transfer at exchange and completion.
How much does conveyancing cost in the UK?
Expect £1,000–£2,500 all-in for a typical purchase. Higher in London and for leasehold properties; lower for straightforward freehold purchases outside major cities.
Should I use my mortgage lender's panel solicitor?
Your solicitor must be on your lender's panel — if they aren't, the lender appoints its own one and you pay both. Always confirm panel status before instructing.

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Last updated: 1 July 2026 · Clinkeys is not a regulated advisor. For binding decisions, always confirm with a solicitor, broker, or surveyor.