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How does my firm apply to be on the Bath Building Society Conveyancing Panel? How can my firm be reinstated onto the Bath Building Society Conveyancing Panel?Find an Approved Solicitor on the Bath Building Society Dual Representation Solicitors
Bath Building Society does not operate a Conveyancing Panel, but does allow certain lawyers to conduct dual representation subject to meeting their criteria.
For the purposes of clarification, references on this page to "conveyancing panel" mean the ability of your lawyer represent both you and Bath Building Society in their capacity as lender.
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I need to swap lawyers as my lawyer is not on the Bath Building Society panel of conveyancing solicitors. Is it advisable to appoint a new law firm?
If you haven't yet instructed a solicitor to do anything for you and have just received quotes, you're perfectly free to choose a different solicitor to carry out your work for you. The best way is to get recommendations from friends or family who have actually used the solicitor or conveyancer you're considering.
We are approaching an exchange and my parents having sent the 10% deposit to my lawyer. I am now advised that as the deposit has not come from me my lawyer needs to disclose this to my lender Bath Building Society. I am advised that, being on the Bath Building Society conveyancing panel and acting on their behalf he must inform Bath Building Society if the balance of the mortgage advance is not just from me. I disclosed to the bank about my parent’s contribution when I applied for the home loan so is it really necessary for this now to be an issue?
Your lawyer is obliged to check with Bath Building Society to make sure that they are aware that the balance of the purchase price is not from your own funds. Your solicitor can only report this to Bath Building Society if you agree, failing which, your lawyer must cease to continue acting.
I require the services of a Bath Building Society panel solicitor in Inverness. Can you assist?
It is not clear why you need a Bath Building Society panel solicitor but in any event, if you can not find one on our search tool you will need to speak directly to Bath Building Society to find out which solicitors in Bath Building Society are on their panel. If you do find such a firm not listed please direct them to our site to list. At a fee of one pound per month it is not expensive to register on the site
I am in the process of mortgaging my property does my lawyer have to be on the Bath Building Society Solicitor panel?
There is nothing to stop you using your solicitor but Bath Building Society will insist on their interests being represented by a firm on their conveyancing panel. There is greater potential for delays and confusion with two solicitors involved, and it will undoubtedly be more expensive too.
I have had an offer accepted on a apartment I spoke to a conveyancer recommended by my dad and he advised using a solicitor approved by Bath Building Society. The estate agent recommended two local firms so I asked Bath Building Society if the 2 suggested solicitors are approved, which they are not. Bath Building Society suggested that either firm can fill out the appropriate forms to become approved. Do I (1) save myself the aggravation and use one of Bath Building Society 's conveyancing panel solicitors (2) Use the local solicitor and accept there may be delays etc as they go through the approval process.
Enquire of Bath Building Society to suggest a law firm in your location. Most banks have lawyers on their panel throughout the UK. You can also use our search tool at the top of this page to search for a lawyer on the Bath Building Society conveyancing panel based on location. If you particularly like the sound of one of the local lawyers that you have spoken to ask them if they would go onto Bath Building Society conveyancing panel as it may only take about 2-3 weeks. As long as they meet Bath Building Society’s requirements it can be a very simple job for the solicitor. Other stuff will be going on in parallel (as you are at an early stage) so it may not delay matters.
The for formalities of my remortgage has taken place with a mortgage from Bath Building Society. Conveyancing was of an acceptable standard but I feel I should register my dissatisfaction about Bath Building Society. How does one go about formally complaining?
Almost all banks and building societies have complaints procedures. Your first port of call should be one of the Bath Building Society branches or the Customer Care Department at Bath Building Society head office. We understand that complaints to Bath Building Society are resolved very quickly. If you feel that the matter is not resolved you can write to the
Financial Ombudsman Service at South Quay Plaza, 183 Marsh Wall, London E14 9SR with full details of your complaint.
Can I register a complaint to Bath Building Society about the lawyers being on the Bath Building Society conveyancing panel?
Complaining to Bath Building Society about their conveyancing panel is unlikely to yield much of a response. All solicitors and conveyancer must have a complaints procedure. Usually one can find this information from the solicitor’s or conveyancer’s website or ask at their office. They must tell you about it if you ask.
The Legal Ombudsman will make sure that your complaint is addressed by the solicitor. It can also advise you how to complain.
If a licensed conveyancer does not have a complaints procedure or will not tell you about it, contact the Council for Licensed Conveyancers (CLC), which will make sure that your complaint is properly dealt with by the conveyancer. Please see below for more information.
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