Conveyancing

Conveyancing is the legal process involved in buying, selling, or remortgaging property.

It ensures the legal transfer of ownership from one party to another, and while it may happen behind the scenes, it’s one of the most important parts of any property transaction.

Buying or Selling a property is often one of life’s most significant, and potentially stressful, milestones. Having the right conveyancing solicitor by your side can make all the difference. At Cameron Pinkerton, we provide tailored, expert legal advice to guide you through every step of the process, helping to eliminate unnecessary stress and ensuring a smooth and efficient transaction.

Our dedicated team of experienced and professional conveyancing solicitors have been proudly assisting the local community since 1979. We are committed to delivering a high-quality, practical, and compassionate service, always placing your need at the heart of what we do. Our aim is to help you with every step and to make the process of buying and selling as smooth as possible for you.

We act on behalf of individuals and families in all types of residential property transactions. We offer expert advice and assistance on:

1. Purchasing a property

Guiding you through every stage, from noting interest to submitting an offer, negotiating missives, and finalising your purchase. We ensure all legal aspects are covered and that you’re fully informed throughout.

2. Selling a property

Handling title documentation, negotiating contract terms, and ensuring the smooth and timely completion of your sale, while protecting your legal and financial interests.

3. Remortgaging

Managing the legal work required to switch lenders, release equity, or change the terms of your mortgage, all while ensuring your title remains secure and compliant.

Whether you’re a first-time buyer, an experienced seller, or a homeowner looking to remortgage, we tailor our advice to your individual circumstances.

Why choose Cameron Pinkerton?

Trusted since 1979

A well-established name in the local community.

Personalised service

You’ll work directly with an experienced solicitor who know yours case.

Trusted since 1979 – A well-established name in the local community.
Personalised service – You’ll work directly with an experienced solicitor who knows your case.
Clear communication – We explain every step in plain English and keep you updated throughout.
Attention to detail – We leave nothing to chance, ensuring all legal checks are completed thoroughly.
Client-focused approach – Friendly, responsive, and committed to protecting your interests.

Frequently Asked Questions

Timescales can vary depending on the circumstances of every transaction, but most residential transactions complete within 6-8 weeks from the date an offer is accepted. Simple transactions (e.g. no chain, mortgage in place) may complete sooner whereas more complex transactions (e.g. linked transactions or dealing with title issues) can take longer.

Missives are the series of formal letters exchanged between solicitors that make up the legally binding contract for the sale or purchase of a property. It is a misconception that missives require to be signed by clients. Missives for both a sale and purchase transactions are signed by the solicitors on clients behalf based on your instructions. Clients will, however, sign other legal documentation such as a Disposition (if selling) or Standard Security (if buying with a mortgage).

Once your offer has been accepted, the seller is not legally obliged to allow you back out to the property until the missives for your purchase have concluded. Once missives are concluded, then you do have the opportunity to ask to be given access to the property for no more than 2 occasions.

There is no fixed time for when keys can be collected and this generally depends on a number of different factors such as when loan funds are received from a lender (if you require a mortgage), settlement documentation being received by your solicitor from the seller’s solicitor and when the purchase funds are transferred and have been received by the seller’s solicitor. Your solicitor will be in touch to provide you with update on the date of entry and will let you know as soon as keys are available for you to collect.

Once missives are concluded, you are legally bound to complete your transaction. Withdrawing at this stage can result in financial penalties, including legal costs, which are determines by the other party involved in the transaction.

Yes, prior to transferring any funds, please call and confirm the firm’s bank details with any member of staff within the office. Please note that our bank account details WILL NOT change during the course of a transaction, and we will NOT change our bank details via email.