Expertise You Can Trust, Service You Can Rely On
Anthony Clark & Co has a rich history dating back to 1947, when the late Mr Anthony Clark, a former Sheriff of Lincoln and President of the Lincolnshire Law Society, founded the firm. Since then, the firm has evolved to meet the growing needs of its clients in an increasingly complex and demanding world.
Our Services
At Anthony Clark & Co, we pride ourselves on offering a comprehensive range of legal services to individuals and businesses alike. Our team of experienced solicitors and chartered legal executives has expertise in various areas of law, including family and child care, conveyancing, wills and probate, and commercial property and leases. We understand that consulting a solicitor often coincides with times of stress, such as moving home, divorce, or bereavement. As a result, we prioritize providing a reliable, efficient, and approachable service that caters to our clients' diverse needs.
Residential Conveyancing Charges
To assist with budgeting for any residential conveyancing transaction, we have outlined below the indicative costs for a typical standard sale and purchase transaction. These fees have been calculated on the basis of an unconditional contract and the property being sold or bought with vacant possession and assuming completion takes place on the date agreed in the contract.
Our quotes for sales and purchases are as follows:
- Up to 150,000: Our fees are 725 plus VAT (145)
- 150,001 to 250,000: Our fees are 825 plus VAT (165)
- 250,001 to 350,000: Our fees are 875 plus VAT (175)
- 350,001 to 500,000: Our fees are 925 plus VAT (185)
- 500,001 to 700,000: Our fees are 975 plus VAT (195)
- Over 700,000: Our fees are 0.2% of the property value (we will provide you with a customised quote on request) plus VAT
For purchases, our quotes are as follows:
- Up to 80,000: Our fees are 725 plus VAT (145)
- 80,001 to 100,000: Our fees are 775 plus VAT (155)
- 100,001 to 200,000: Our fees are 825 plus VAT (165)
- 200,001 to 300,000: Our fees are 875 plus VAT (175)
- 300,001 to 500,000: Our fees are 975 plus VAT (195)
- 500,001 to 700,000: Our fees are 1,125 plus VAT (225)
- Over 700,001: Our fees are 0.2% of the property value (we will provide you with a customised quote on request) plus VAT
For re-mortgage and transfer of equity transactions, our fees are as follows:
- Re-mortgage: Our fees are 600 plus VAT (120)
- Transfer of Equity: Our fees are 600 plus VAT (120)
- Transfer of Equity and Re-mortgage: Our fees are 700 plus VAT (140)
Additional Costs
In some cases, additional costs may be incurred. These costs are listed below:
- VAT charges: Charged at the prevailing rate of 20%
- Unregistered Land: 300
- Leasehold Title: 300
- Additional Legal Charges: 75 (per charge)
- Dealing with Third Party lawyers: 200
- Dealing with freehold or leasehold Management Company: 100
- Drafting Deed of Covenant: 100
- Drafting a Declaration of Trust: 250
- Dealing with Help to Buy ISA accounts and bonuses (per person): 50
- Drafting Licence to Occupy: 100
- Drafting Notice to Complete: 150
- New Build purchase: 300
- Help to Buy/Equity Mortgage: 300
- Help to Buy Forces Loan/Promissory Note: 100
- Electronic Transfer of funds (CHAPS): 30
- Anti-Money Laundering Searches (AML): 6 (per person)
- Legal Searches: Varying costs depending on the locality of the property
Overall Experience
The majority of reviewers have had an excellent experience with Anthony Clark & Co, praising their professionalism, helpfulness, and efficiency.
Friendly and Efficient Service
Many reviewers have praised the firm's friendly and efficient service, with some mentioning specific staff members who went above and beyond to help them. They have been commended for their helpfulness, guidance, and support throughout various legal processes.
Family Law Expertise
The firm's expertise in family law has been particularly highlighted, with several reviewers expressing gratitude for the help they received in gaining contact with their children or navigating complex family court cases.
Trusted and Reliable
Anthony Clark & Co has been described as a trusted and reliable company, with some reviewers having used their services multiple times over the years.
Negative Experiences
A few reviewers have had negative experiences, citing poor communication, overpricing, and subpar work quality. One reviewer was reprimanded in court due to poor quality work, and another was disappointed with the firm's communication over the past few years.