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Watkins Solicitors are pleased to share that our Conveyancing team has achieved a 0% avoidable requisitions - a perfect score - in the most recent HM Land Registry dataset. This achievement follows a year in which the firm was named Conveyancing Firm of the...
Watkins Solicitors were delighted to attend the Bristol Property Awards on Friday 29 November, where our conveyancing team were shortlisted in the Legal category for the second year in a row. Being recognised again as finalists is a strong reflection...
Watkins Solicitors is delighted to announce that we have been named Conveyancing Firm of the Year - South of England at the LEAP Modern Law Conveyancing Awards 2025, held on Thursday 20 November at Liverpool’s iconic Rum Warehouse. This national...
Watkins Solicitors is thrilled to announce that we have been shortlisted as a finalist in the Legal category at the Bristol Property Awards 2025. This is the second year in a row our conveyancing team has earned this honour, reflecting our continued...
Watkins Solicitors are delighted to announce that we have been shortlisted for Conveyancing Firm of the Year – South of England at the 2025 Modern Law Conveyancing Awards. The shortlist recognises firms that have demonstrated outstanding client...
The government has announced what it calls the biggest shake-up of the home buying process in the country’s history, aiming to make moving home faster, clearer and less stressful. Under the new proposals, buyers will have access to more upfront...
At Watkins Solicitors’ Hereford office, the spirit of giving was in full bloom this morning as our team rallied behind Macmillan’s annual Coffee Morning fundraiser. Nicholas delivered his own loaf cakes, and Louise contributed cupcakes,...
Reports of possible changes to property taxes ahead of the Autumn Budget on Wednesday 26 November 2025 have put stamp duty back in the headlines. For homebuyers, this matters because stamp duty is often the largest cost after the price of the property...
We are absolutely delighted to share that Morgan French has now qualified as a Solicitor and will be continuing her legal career within our busy Conveyancing Department at Watkins Solicitors. Morgan has been a valued member of the team for some time,...
Watkins Solicitors has been featured on ITV News West, commenting on a growing issue affecting grieving families across the UK, the struggle to sell inherited retirement homes due to uncapped service charges and a saturated market. Reporter Chloe...
Shaping the Future of Conveyancing: Watkins Solicitors’ Sophia Ramzan, Partner & Head of Conveyancing, Joins National Conveyancing Week Panel Watkins Solicitors is proud to announce that our Partner and Head of Conveyancing, Sophia Ramzan, will...
How Long Does it Take for A Leasehold Conveyancing Transaction to Complete? Buying or selling a leasehold property is often more complex than a freehold transaction. With additional legal checks and third parties involved, the process can take longer....
Are There Ever an Exchange of TR1s in Conveyancing? In property transactions, the TR1 form is a crucial document that legally transfers ownership from the seller to the buyer. However, many people wonder whether there is ever an exchange of TR1 forms in...
What Is Conveyancing? If you’re buying or selling a property, you’ve likely heard the term "conveyancing"—but what does it actually mean? At Watkins Solicitors, our expert Conveyancing Team, led by Partner and Head of...
What to Expect When Buying or Selling Property in 2025: Key Trends and Laws That Could Impact You As we step into 2025, residential property markets in England and Wales are adapting to a landscape shaped by economic shifts, evolving legislation, and...
Watkins Solicitors is proud to announce that our Partner and Head of Conveyancing, Sophia Ramzan, has been shortlisted for the prestigious Female Trailblazer of the Year award at the LEAP Modern Law Conveyancing Awards 2024. This recognition celebrates...
We are thrilled to announce that Watkins Solicitors has been shortlisted for the Legal category at the Bristol Property Awards 2024 . This nomination is a significant recognition of our commitment to supporting Bristol’s property sector through...
We are delighted to announce that Watkins Solicitors has been shortlisted for two prestigious awards at the LEAP Modern Law Conveyancing Awards 2024 . These nominations highlight our team’s dedication to delivering exceptional client service,...
In celebration of National Conveyancing Week , slated for March 11th to 15th, 2024 , prospective homebuyers will benefit from a wealth of information, advice, and guidance aimed at dispelling the complexities often associated with conveyancing. During...
The information you must provide when selling your home When selling your home, you may recall the expression ‘ buyer beware’ . But what does this mean, and is it still relevant today? ‘Historically, the buyers in a conveyancing...
Simplifying Your Property Journey: Introducing Our New Conveyancing Calculator In the ever-evolving landscape of the legal industry, embracing technology is key to providing efficient and client-focused services. At Watkins Solicitors , we are thrilled...
Buying a property with a roof terrace or balcony A home with outside space appeals to many of us, but it may be hard to find somewhere affordable with a garden and, even then, you may not want the responsibility of its upkeep. A balcony or roof terrace...
Our residential property / conveyancing solicitors answer your questions on registered charges, whether you are a borrower or potential lender
‘For a seller there are certainly some advantages to the modern method of auction, such as speed and a defined timetable,’ admits David Peters, solicitor and Head of the conveyancing team with Watkins Solicitors. ‘However, there are also pitfalls for the unwary and so it is important to consider how it would work for you.’
3 Things to Expect as a First-Time Buyer Buying your first home is a major achievement but is one of the most significant investments you are likely to make. It can be a very overwhelming time, so you should consider the following: Stamp Duty Land...
For International Women's Day , we are celebrating women's achievements and, in particular, shining the spotlight on our brilliant new generation of solicitors who qualified at the start of the year. In a series of articles across the week, we...
We are aware of the media attention surrounding Covid-19 and whether it will impact on your conveyancing transaction. We are doing all that we can to ensure that we keep things moving along as smoothly as possible. The Law Society has issued a press...
Chancel repair liability is the requirement for some homeowners to pay towards the cost of repairs to the chancel of a nearby church which can be expensive. If the property you are proposing to buy falls within boundaries of a parish, you can be held...
There are concerns as to whether the ongoing uncertainty of Brexit is impacting on the property market in the UK. Simon David, Law Society of England and Wales President commented: “According to our estimates, the volume of work in legal...
From 1 April 2018, a new "Land Transaction Tax" will be payable on Welsh and transactions. This is instead of Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT). There are however some exceptions: retrospective notification cases . This is where a transaction...
From 1 April 2018, Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) will come into effect which means that Landlords will not be able to renew or begin any lease/tenancy for any residential or commercial property which has an EPC Rating below E...
The most common question conveyancers are asked is "how long will the process take?" It varies depending on which conveyancer you speak to although generally, you are looking at around 6-8 weeks if it is straightforward and 8-12 weeks if it...
A challenge led by Mr Mundy and chartered surveyor Mr Wyatt of Parthenia Valuation to reduce leasehold extension costs was unsuccessful at the Court of Appeal. The case in question Mundy v the Sloane Estate , involved a small flat in Chelsea where the...
When purchasing your new home, the solicitor carrying out the conveyancing will carry out a number of searches on your behalf. A Local Authority search is just one of the searches which is carried out and can be very helpful. For example if you were buying...
