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Problems with conveyancing solicitor, any recommendations in the Reading area?

Hi,

I'm buying for the first time and I'm having some problems with the solicitor. They've sent me the paperwork intended for the seller, and a printout of an e-mail exchange between them and another, unrelated client.
I'd rather not name the solicitor as they may read these boards, but they are based in Reading. Do you think it might be an idea to look for another solicitor, and does anyone have any recommendations? I haven't paid any fees or signed a contract with them yet.

Regards

eleri5

Comments

  • eleri5
    eleri5 Posts: 13 Forumite
    Hi again,

    Has anyone used Homeward Legal? They're an online conveyancing solicitor but I can't find any reviews for them.

    eleri5
  • Manor Hall Law were excellent for the sale of our Reading house. They were recommended through Romans.
  • jk0
    jk0 Posts: 3,479 Forumite
    Eighth Anniversary 1,000 Posts Name Dropper
    I used Boyes Turner for my rental properties here in Reading. No c*ck ups as yet. :)
  • terryw
    terryw Posts: 4,396 Forumite
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    OP

    Just be ultra careful that the firm you have dealt with already will not charge you.

    "I haven't paid any fees or signed a contract with them yet." You may have a contract despite not signing anything.
    "If you can bear to hear the truth you've spoken
    Twisted by knaves to make a trap for fools"
    Extract from "If" by Rudyard Kipling
  • I've always used Field Seymour Parkes, for sales, purchases and lease extensions and have had no complaints.
    Mortgage May 2012 - £129k
    January 2015 - Mortgage down to £114k
    Target for 2015 to get down to £105k
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