Conveyancing Negligence Claims​ Solicitors

What is conveyancing negligence?

Conveyancing negligence occurs when a property solicitor fails to meet the professional standards expected in property transactions. Common reasons for claims against conveyancing solicitors and conveyancers include:

• Failure to communicate properly – Lack of updates, failure to respond to your questions or concerns, and poor communication can cause delays and confusion around what it is you want to achieve.
• Acting without instruction – Exchanging or completing contracts for the sale/purchase without authority from the client, releasing deposit or completion monies without authority from the client could all amount to breach of duty.
• Negligence or mistakes in legal documentation – Errors in contracts, failure to properly review documents, undertake appropriate pre-contract searches and inspect information about property titles can lead to significant issues down the line.
• Failure to identify legal issues or risks – Conveyancers should identify issues such as unregistered titles, boundary disputes, rights of way, restrictive covenants, planning applications or existing mortgages. Failing to do so can lead to unexpected complications and could be a breach of duty.
• Conflict of interest – A conveyancer must act in your best interests. They are under a duty to advise joint purchasers of a property on the different methods of ownership; if they fail to do this, then that may constitute a breach of duty. It may also mean they are in a conflict position where one joint purchaser expresses a different view in the way they wish to own the property from that of the other joint owner.

Types of conveyancing negligence claims

Residential property negligence

We handle claims arising from:

• Undetected structural issues
• Boundary disputes
• Hidden legal restrictions
• Incorrect valuation advice
• Failure to identify planning enforcement notices

Commercial property negligence

Our expertise extends to complex commercial property claims involving:

• Lease complications
• Property development issues
• Unidentified commercial property constraints
• Environmental search oversights
• Zoning and planning regulation failures

How can we help with conveyancing negligence claims​

If you are considering a claim against a conveyancing solicitor or conveyancer, our team of experienced professional negligence solicitors in Derby, Leicester and Nottingham is here to help you navigate the process. We specialise in claims against professionals in the property industry, providing:

• Comprehensive case assessment
• Detailed professional negligence investigation
• Expert legal strategy development
• No-win, no-fee options where appropriate
• Clear, empathetic communication throughout your claim

Why choose Nelsons?

If you believe you have been the victim of negligence or misconduct by your conveyancer or solicitor, don’t wait. The sooner you act, the better the chance of resolving your claim.

If you think you may have grounds for a conveyancing negligence claim, contact us today at 0800 024 1976 or via our online enquiry form for a confidential initial consultation.

Our experienced team in Derby, Leicester, and Nottingham will assess your case and advise you on the best course of action.