Is MJV Law regulated?

Yes, MJV Law is a trading name of MJV Solicitors, which is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) under SRA number 628426.

Do you provide conveyancing services in Blackpool and the Fylde Coast?

Yes, MJV Solicitors specialises in property law and conveyancing for clients across Blackpool, Thornton-Cleveleys, and the wider Fylde Coast region.

What property law services does MJV Solicitors offer?

We provide comprehensive legal support for buying and selling property, leasehold matters, property searches, and contract exchanges.

Does MJV Solicitors offer fixed-fee conveyancing quotes?

We believe in complete transparency. MJV Solicitors provides clear, fixed-fee conveyancing quotes with no hidden "legal extras." Our quotes include a full breakdown of professional fees and expected disbursements, such as Stamp Duty (SDLT) and Land Registry fees.

Does MJV Solicitors have specific expertise in Fylde Coast property searches?

Absolutely. We have extensive experience working with Blackpool Council, Wyre Council, and Fylde Borough Council . Our local knowledge ensures that property searches, planning history, and regional land issues (like Lancashire-specific mining or chancel repair liabilities) are handled with expert precision.

Online Conveyancing Factories vs. Dedicated Solicitors. Which is Right for You?

We handle residential conveyancing transactions on a daily basis, including freehold, leasehold and new-build properties across the Fylde Coast.

When choosing a legal partner for your move, the lowest price often comes with the highest risk. Large online conveyancing firms - often referred to as 'factories' - operate on a high-volume, low-fee model. This usually means your file is handled by a team of junior caseworkers in a call centre rather than a dedicated, qualified solicitor.

The challenge with this model arises when a transaction becomes complex. If a legal issue is discovered in the searches or the chain becomes difficult, call-centre staff often lack the seniority or the time to provide bespoke solutions. At MJV Solicitors, we believe conveyancing is a professional service, not a commodity. You have a direct line to the person handling your move, ensuring that legal expertise is applied to every document, rather than a 'one-size-fits-all' approach.

Comparing Legal Services FAQ

Why are online firms so much cheaper?

They rely on automated systems and high volumes. This works for simple cases but can lead to significant delays if any legal complications arise.

Will I have a dedicated point of contact at MJV?

Yes. Unlike call centres where you speak to whoever answers the phone, we provide a consistent point of contact who knows your file inside out.

Can an online firm handle a local complex issue?

Often not as effectively. Local firms understand specific regional issues (like local mining or planning history) that national firms may overlook.

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Purchase price	Our fee	VAT	Total
£0-£100,000	£600	£120	£720
£100,001 - £150,000	£650	£130	£780
£150,001 - £200,000	£700	£140	£840
£200,001 - £250,000	£750	£150	£900
£250,001 - £300,000	£800	£160	£960
£300,001 - £400,000	£850	£170	£1020
£400,001 - £500,000	£900	£180	£1080
£500,001 - £750,000	£1000	£200	£1200

Additional charge and explanation	Our fee	VAT	Total
Bank transfer fee	£30.00	£6.00	£36.00
Independent ID verification (per person)	£5.00	£1.00	£6.00

Charge	Our fee	VAT	Total
Purchase of a leasehold house	£100.00	£20.00	£120.00
Purchase of any other leasehold property	£150.00	£30.00	£180.00
Purchase of a shared ownership property	£250.00	£50.00	£300.00
Gifted deposit	£50.00	£10.00	£60.00
New build property	£250.00	£50.00	£300.00

Local Authority’s current search fee (if Blackpool, Wyre or Fylde)	£122.70 inc VAT
Drainage and Water search fee	£79.50 inc VAT
Environmental search	£71.40 inc VAT
Land Registry priority title search	£3.00 no VAT
Bankruptcy search - £2 per seller named on the Register of Title	£2.00 no VAT
Land charges search - £2 per seller named on the Register of Title	£2.00 no VAT

Purchase price	Land Registry registration fee (no VAT)
£0 - £80,000	£20.00 no VAT
£80,001 - £100,000	£40.00 no VAT
£100,001 - £200,000	£100.00 no VAT
£200,001 - £500,000	£150.00 no VAT
£500,001 - £1,000,000	£295.00 no VAT
£1,000,000 and above	£500.00 no VAT

Online Conveyancing Factories vs. Dedicated Solicitors. Which is Right for You?

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