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Examples of recent questions relating to the Clydesdale Bank Solicitor Panel
Much to my surprise I have been told by my estate agent that my lawyer is not on the Clydesdale Bank Conveyancing panel. How can I be sure that this is correct?
You need to contact your conveyancer. It is reasonable to expect your lawyer to advise you of the situation. If they are not on the panel they could put your in touch with solicitors on the conveyancing panel for Clydesdale Bank.
Expecting to move into my new home next Tuesday. I have now been asked to send a copy of my building insurance schedule by my solicitor as he says that he has to check this in has capacity as lawyer for Clydesdale Bank. What risks do Clydesdale Bank expect the insurance to cover?
Any lawyer on the Clydesdale Bank conveyancing panel would need to check that the following risks are covered fire; lightning; aircraft; explosion; earthquake; storm; flood; escape of water or oil; riot; malicious damage; theft or attempted theft; falling trees and branches and aerials; subsidence; heave;landslip;collision;accidental damage to underground services;professional fees, demolition and site clearance costs; and public liability to anyone else. There are some other issues such as the level of excess that are set out in Clydesdale Bank’s Part 2 requirements of the CML Handbook (last updated on Clydesdale Bank). Being on the Clydesdale Bank conveyancing panel your lawyer is expect to follow these requirements.
Do I need to pop into the offices of the Clydesdale Bank conveyancing panel solicitor to sign the legal charge? If so, I will appoint a lawyer who conducts conveyancing in Liverpool
so that I can pop in to their offices if necessary.
Most conveyancing panel lawyers for Clydesdale Bank undertake all of the work via the post, internet or over the phone. This means that they can undertake your Conveyancing Transaction no matter where you live in England or Wales. However you should check if you can still book an appointment to go into appointed conveyancing lawyer if you prefer.
My conveyancers in Leeds have advised me that no longer have my conveyancing file. To assist with my purchase I took out a mortgage with Clydesdale Bank. Is it case that being on the Clydesdale Bank conveyancing panel they need to have retained the file for a prescribed period?
Different lenders have different requirements but many of the Terms and Conditions of Conveyancing Panel Appointment require the file to be held for a period of 6 years. That being said we have not seen a copy of the Clydesdale Bank Conveyancing Panel Terms. It might be worth you contacting Clydesdale Bank directly.
Are all Conveyancing Quality Solicitors on the Clydesdale Bank conveyancing panel?
It is true that some lenders now use the accreditation scheme as the starting point for Panel membership such as HSBC and Santander. CQS accreditation however gives no guarantee to lender panel acceptance. That being said,the CML have indicated that it is likely to become a pre-requisite for firms wishing to join their approved list of conveyancing solicitors.
I previously instructed online solicitors based in Cardiff who are on the Clydesdale Bank solicitor panel. They are now charging me a separate fee of £175 for the legal aspects of the Clydesdale Bank mortgage. Is this a supplemental conveyancing fee set by Clydesdale Bank?
Unfortunately, as long as it is in their Terms and Conditions or Quote then yes your solicitors can charge a fee for this. This fee is not set by Clydesdale Bank but by your lawyers. Some firms on the Clydesdale Bank will charge an ‘acting for lender’ fee but plenty of firms include it on their overall fee.
We have agreed a price on a flat I spoke to a conveyancer recommended by my uncle and he advised using a law firm approved by Clydesdale Bank. The estate agent recommended two local firms so I asked Clydesdale Bank if the 2 suggested solicitors are approved, which they are not. Clydesdale Bank suggested that either practice can fill out the appropriate forms to become approved. Do I (1) save myself the aggravation and use one of Clydesdale Bank 's conveyancing panel solicitors (2) Use the local solicitor and accept there may be delays etc as they go through the approval process.
Ask Clydesdale Bank to suggest a law firm in your location. Lenders have them all over the country. You can also use our search tool at the top of this page to search for a lawyer on the Clydesdale Bank 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 Clydesdale Bank conveyancing panel as it may only take about 2-3 weeks. As long as they meet Clydesdale Bank’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.
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