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Residential Real Estate

Strategic Residential Property Legal Advice for UK Homeowners and Buyers

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Expert Residential Property Solicitors for Buying, Selling and Ownership Matters

At Seddons GSC our Residential Real Estate team provides clear, practical legal support to individuals and families involved in residential property transactions and related matters. Whether you are buying your first home, selling a property, remortgaging, transferring ownership or dealing with residential property disputes, our specialist solicitors deliver personalised advice tailored to your circumstances.

We combine deep legal knowledge with a commercial understanding of the UK housing market to help you navigate each step of your property journey with confidence. Our team acts for clients across the UK and internationally, providing attentive guidance and strong legal protection from contract to completion and beyond.

Comprehensive Legal Support for Home Buyers, Sellers and Owners

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A Guide to Buying Property in the UK

Services Include:

We assist with new build and off-plan residential purchases, reviewing contracts and ensuring your legal rights are protected throughout the build and completion process.

We provide pragmatic advice and representation in residential property disputes including neighbour disagreements, covenant issues and contract breaches.

We handle matters relating to title defects, rights of way, easements, restrictive covenants and boundary disputes that can affect property use and value.

We support transfers of residential property for family reasons, trusts, gifts and changes in ownership structure with careful legal and tax planning.

We advise on leasehold and freehold issues, including lease extensions, enfranchisement options, service charge disputes and rights of way matters.

We assist with remortgage matters including lender requirements, documentation and transfers of charge to support your financing needs.

We guide buyers and sellers through the entire conveyancing process, including contract review, searches, title checks, exchange and completion to ensure your transaction is secure and efficient.

Meet the Residential Real Estate Team

Our Residential Real Estate team consists of specialist property solicitors who understand the legal nuances of home buying, selling and ownership issues.
Ben Marks
Partner
Ben Menahem
Senior Associate
Chris Theodosiou
Partner
Emily Lui
Partner & Co-Head of Residential Real Estate
Gemma Wilkinson-Duck
Paralegal Manager
Howard Freeman
Partner & Head of Residential Real Estate
Joe Gurung
Trainee Solicitor
Jude Salmon
Senior Associate
Lana Archer
Solicitor
Lili Davarzani
Partner
Lucy Green
Senior Associate
Moshe Moses
Partner
Odein Willie-Harry
Associate
Paul Pierides
Partner
Simon Ross
Managing Partner

Why Choose Seddons GSC for Residential Real Estate?

  • Specialist residential property solicitors with extensive conveyancing and property experience.
  • Personalised support for buyers, sellers and property owners at every stage of the transaction.
  • Proactive identification and management of leg al risk to protect your investment.
  • Practical solutions to common property issues including leasehold, boundaries and disputes.
We know that residential property matters are personal and often time-sensitive. Our team delivers dependable legal support designed to give you confidence and clarity throughout your property journey.

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Residential Real Estate FAQs

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What is conveyancing?
Conveyancing is the legal process of transferring property ownership from one person to another. A solicitor handles the legal paperwork, searches, contract drafting and title transfer to ensure the sale or purchase is compliant and secure.
How long does a home purchase take?
Timescales vary depending on search results, mortgage approval and chain complexity, but a typical residential purchase can take 8–12 weeks from offer acceptance to completion.
What is a leasehold property?
A leasehold means you own the property for a set term but not the land it stands on. We advise on lease terms, extensions, ground rent issues and enfranchisement rights.
Can you help with boundary and title issues?
Yes. We assist with title defects, boundary disputes, rights of way and easements to clarify legal rights and protect your ownership interests.
What should I do when remortgaging?
When remortgaging, you’ll need legal support to manage lender requirements, documentation and transfer of charges. We ensure the process is handled efficiently.
Do you deal with new build purchases?
Yes. We advise on new build and off-plan contracts, helping you understand warranties, completion conditions and protections for new properties.

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