Leading Property Lawyers https://www.leadingpropertylawyers.co.uk/ A fresh approach to conveyancing Mon, 20 Apr 2026 13:54:06 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://www.leadingpropertylawyers.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/LPL-Favicon.svg Leading Property Lawyers https://www.leadingpropertylawyers.co.uk/ 32 32 Inside LPL: From Conveyancing Assistant to Trainee Solicitor, Emily Dunne’s Career Journey https://www.leadingpropertylawyers.co.uk/trainee-solicitor-conveyancing-career/ Tue, 10 Mar 2026 15:38:36 +0000 https://www.leadingpropertylawyers.co.uk/?p=6121 At LPL, nurturing is in our nature. With both our clients and our staff, we have a passion for creating the very best in culture and extending that to our client service.   Nurturing careers that are rooted in growth is a key part of LPL’s culture and mission. This is brilliantly reflected in one of our trainees, Emily.  From work placement...

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]]> Putting Clients and Lawyers First: Why LPL Chose Armalytix to Transform Source of Funds Checks https://www.leadingpropertylawyers.co.uk/armalytix-source-of-funds/ Fri, 13 Feb 2026 11:09:53 +0000 https://www.leadingpropertylawyers.co.uk/?p=6111 At Leading Property Lawyers (LPL), our commitment is simple: deliver consistently high‑quality conveyancing while safeguarding client money and ensuring our teams can focus on the legal expertise our clients rely on. As regulatory expectations around Source of Funds (SoF) and Anti‑Money Laundering (AML) intensify, we recognised that traditional manual processes, paper statements, incomplete information, and...

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]]> Conveyancing Career Progression at LPL: A Conversation with Laila Abbas https://www.leadingpropertylawyers.co.uk/conveyancing-career-progression/ Sat, 10 Jan 2026 15:16:00 +0000 https://www.leadingpropertylawyers.co.uk/?p=6115 Property transactions represent one of the most significant financial and emotional moments in a person’s life, yet the conveyancing industry has long been associated with stress, poor communication, and outdated ways of working. At the same time, many legal professionals find themselves in high pressure environments with limited progression, little support, and few opportunities to build sustainable...

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]]> Understanding Additional Conveyancing Fees in Property Transactions https://www.leadingpropertylawyers.co.uk/additional-conveyancing-fees-property-transactions/ Mon, 15 Dec 2025 16:11:34 +0000 https://www.leadingpropertylawyers.co.uk/?p=6036 Buying a home is exciting but it’s important to plan for more than just the property price. Many buyers encounter additional conveyancing fees or unexpected conveyancing costs that can catch them by surprise. Understanding these costs involved early means you can budget effectively and stress during the transaction. In this quick video, we explain what...

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]]> Stamp Duty for Non-UK Residents https://www.leadingpropertylawyers.co.uk/stamp-duty-for-non-uk-residents/ Tue, 02 Dec 2025 13:38:00 +0000 https://www.lpropertylawyers.co.uk/?p=1829 If you are buying a residential property in England or Northern Ireland, and are not a UK resident, you will usually be liable for an additional 2% non-UK resident Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) surcharge that will apply on top of the normal residential SDLT rates. Which properties are subject to the additional 2% Stamp...

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]]> The Role of a Conveyancer When Buying a House https://www.leadingpropertylawyers.co.uk/the-role-of-a-conveyancer-when-buying-a-house/ Wed, 26 Nov 2025 09:55:54 +0000 https://www.leadingpropertylawyers.co.uk/?p=6005 Buying a home is one of life’s biggest milestones, but the process can feel daunting with the legal checks, paperwork, and contracts involved. Understanding the role of a conveyancer can make the journey far easier and help you feel more in control from the outset. In this video, we explain the essential part a conveyancer...

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]]> What a Property Solicitor Does https://www.leadingpropertylawyers.co.uk/what-a-property-solicitor-does/ Thu, 06 Nov 2025 10:28:48 +0000 https://www.leadingpropertylawyers.co.uk/?p=6000 An Essential Guide for First-Time Buyers For many first-time homebuyers, navigating the residential property world in England and Wales can feel like learning a new language. That’s because every purchase involves legal steps, checks and paperwork, which is exactly where a skilled property solicitor comes in. If you’re gearing up to buy your first home,...

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]]> Source of Funds Explained: What Homebuyers Need to Know https://www.leadingpropertylawyers.co.uk/source-of-funds-explained/ Fri, 03 Oct 2025 09:12:00 +0000 https://www.leadingpropertylawyers.co.uk/?p=6013 When you’re buying a home, one of the first things your solicitor will ask for is proof of funds.  Solicitors request proof of funds when buying a house so they can verify how your deposit was built up – whether through savings, a previous sale, inheritance, or a gift. It might feel like extra paperwork,...

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]]> Section 38 Agreement Explained – What Home Buyers Need to Know https://www.leadingpropertylawyers.co.uk/section-38-agreement-home-buyers-explained/ Thu, 02 Oct 2025 15:11:00 +0000 https://www.lpropertylawyers.co.uk/?p=3556 If you’re buying a new-build property or a home on a recently constructed estate, you may be told a Section 38 agreement is required before your lender will release funds. Many buyers are naturally concerned about delays, mortgage approval, or road maintenance responsibility. This guide explains what a Section 38 Agreement is, why it matters...

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