Jacqueline is a seasoned residential conveyancer with just over 20 years of experience in the property law sector. Known for her attention to detail and client service, she has successfully guided hundreds of clients through the complexities of buying and selling residential properties. Her extensive knowledge of property law, combined with her practical approach to problem solving, ensures that transactions are handled smoothly and efficiently from start to finish.
Jacqueline’s journey into conveyancing began after she undertook a GCSE in Law, whereupon her interest flourished and she went on to study Law at university for a further 7 years, from a degree to Post graduate diploma in Law at the University of Bedford and subsequently Bournemouth University. She quickly developed a passion for property law during her early career at a prestigious law firm, where she honed her skills in drafting contracts, conducting title investigations, and managing transactions.
In an ever changing conveyancing world Jacqueline now focuses on the clients experience and as a result only takes on a limited number of cases, which ensures her clients are given the best personal service.
Her key skills include:
- Property Law Expertise:
Comprehensive knowledge of residential conveyancing processes, legal requirements, and regulations. - Transaction Management
Proven ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and client satisfaction. - Client Communication:
Exceptional communication skills, providing clear, concise, and proactive updates to clients and stakeholders and above all working in the best interests of the client. - Problem-Solving:
Strong analytical skills to identify potential issues and develop effective solutions. - Negotiation:
Skilled negotiator, adept at achieving favourable outcomes for clients. - Document Preparation:
Expertise in preparing and reviewing legal documents, contracts, and agreements. - Types of transactions undertaken:
- Acting in both freehold and leasehold transactions
- Unregistered and registered land
- Acting in sales of parts
- First Registrations
- Drafting leases
- Equity release
- Re-mortgages
- Transfers of equity
- Joint/shared equity purchases
- Non Statutory Lease extensions
- Statutory declarations
- Dealing with commercial mortgages on residential purchases
- New build properties (including the Help to Buy, shared ownership and discount leases)
- Drafting Declarations of Trust, Deeds of Easement and Deeds of Variation
Professional Experience:
Senior Residential Conveyancer
- Manage a diverse portfolio of residential property transactions from initiation to completion.
- Provide expert legal advice to clients on all aspects of residential property transactions.
- Liaise with clients, real estate agents, mortgage lenders, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless transaction processes.
- Draft, review, and finalize contracts, deeds, and other legal documents.
- Conduct thorough due diligence, including title searches and property investigations.
- Resolve any issues or disputes that arise during the conveyancing process.
- Mentor and train junior conveyancers and support staff.
Personal Attributes:
- Detail-Oriented:
Attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and compliance in all transactions. - Organized:
Strong organizational skills, capable of managing multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently. - Trustworthy:
Reliable and ethical professional, committed to protecting clients' interests. - Adaptable:
Able to quickly adapt to changes in regulations and conditions.
Interests:
- Real Estate Market Trends, Property Development, Legal Research, and when she is not doing that, she will often been found walking her 3 dogs on the beach.
What clients say about Jacqueline:
"We greatly appreciate all that you do for us and for your constant good humour and approachability. It makes for a much nicer and easier time during the stresses of conveyancing. Well done!"
For further information or to discuss your conveyancing needs, please contact Jacqueline.
