Business Details
Residential Property Lawyers in Evesham
Leitch & Co & Co is a specialist property law firm with over 40 years of experience in residential and commercial conveyancing. Based in Evesham, Worcestershire, we provide tailored legal services for property transactions, including auction sales, leasehold flats, freehold properties, and equity transfers. Our team of qualified solicitors and licensed conveyancers prioritises personal service over volume processing, offering fixed pricing, after-hours appointments, and home visits.We are regulated by the Council for Licensed Conveyancers and focus exclusively on property law, ensuring expertise in all aspects from first-time purchases to complex developments. Our pre-sale legal packages streamline transactions, saving clients up to 10 days between offer acceptance and completion. With a commitment to transparency and client education, we handle legal formalities while maintaining clear communication throughout the process.
Services
Conveyancing
Auction Sales
First-Time Buyers
Leasehold Flats
Freehold Properties
Transfer of Equity
Remortgaging
Legal Packs
Land Registration
Equity Transfers
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of dedicated property law experience
- Fixed and competitive pricing with no bulk service charges
- Friendly solicitors explaining legal processes in plain language
- Home visits and after-hours appointments available by arrangement
- Pre-sale legal packages saving 7-10 days in transaction times
Associations and certifications
- Council for Licensed Conveyancers
Services
Conveyancing
Our conveyancing service handles all aspects of property transactions, from contract preparation to completion. We specialise in residential and commercial property transfers, ensuring legal compliance while maintaining clear communication with clients. With over 40 years of experience, we manage title checks, mortgage arrangements, and local authority searches efficiently.
Auction Sales
We provide comprehensive legal support for property auctions, including pre-sale legal packs and post-purchase conveyancing. Our team prepares contracts, title deeds, and search documentation required for auction transactions. Clients benefit from a fixed-fee service with 195 + VAT deductible from full conveyancing fees if instructed.
First-Time Buyers
Tailored legal assistance for first-time property buyers, explaining each transaction stage in plain language. We handle Stamp Duty Land Tax registration, mortgage coordination, and Land Registry submissions. Our fixed pricing structure ensures no unexpected costs during the purchase process.
Leasehold Flats
Specialist advice on leasehold property transactions, including lease term assessments and landlord obligations. We review service charge provisions, ground rent terms, and structural maintenance responsibilities. Our team provides clear guidance on lease extensions and collective enfranchisement options.
Transfer of Equity
Legal transfers of property ownership between co-owners, including mortgage considerations and tax implications. We prepare necessary documentation for adding or removing names from property titles, ensuring compliance with lender requirements and HMRC regulations.
People
Clare Day
Head of Legal Practice
Qualified solicitor since 1981 and licensed conveyancer since 1999 with over 20 years managing property transactions. Specialises in all conveyancing aspects, ensuring client-focused legal solutions.
Katy Baldwin
Partner
Solicitor since 2009 and partner since 2018, specialising in land registration. Holds Land Registry's Diploma in Land Registration Law and Practice, managing diverse conveyancing transactions with expertise.
Marcus
Legal Assistant
Experienced legal assistant supporting conveyancing processes with over 25 years' industry knowledge. Provides administrative support for property transactions and client communications.
Sarah
Legal Assistant
Dedicated legal assistant with extensive conveyancing experience, assisting with documentation and transaction management. Ensures smooth administrative support for client property transactions.
Questions
What property services do you specialise in?
We focus exclusively on property law, including residential/commercial conveyancing, auction sales, leasehold flats, freehold properties, equity transfers, and first-time purchases.
Do you offer fixed-price conveyancing?
Yes, we provide fixed pricing with no hidden charges for standard conveyancing transactions, including Land Registry registration and local authority searches.
Can you help with property auctions?
We prepare legal packs for auction properties and offer a fixed-fee auction service. If instructed for conveyancing, £195 + VAT is deducted from total fees.
Are home visits available?
Yes, we offer home visits by appointment for client convenience, particularly for those unable to attend our Evesham office during regular business hours.
How long does a property purchase take?
Typical transactions complete in 6-8 weeks from offer acceptance to exchange of contracts, depending on transaction complexity and chain length.
Do you handle leasehold property purchases?
Yes, we specialise in leasehold transactions, advising on lease terms, service charges, and structural responsibilities to ensure informed purchasing decisions.
