How long does residential conveyancing take?

Most residential sales and purchases take around 12 to 16 weeks from instruction to completion, though timescales vary depending on the property, your lender and the length of your chain. Leasehold, shared ownership and new build purchases can take longer. Your consultant will give you a realistic timeline at the start and keep you updated, so you always know where things stand.

How much will my conveyancing cost?

Conveyancing fees depend on the property’s value, whether it’s freehold or leasehold, and the type of transaction. We’ll give you a clear quote tailored to your matter, including disbursements such as searches and Land Registry fees, so there are no surprises. Get in touch with our team for a personalised quote or visit our fees page for further details.

Do you only work with clients in Poole and Dorset?

No. Although Woodstock Legal Services was founded in Poole, our residential property lawyers work with clients across England and Wales. Much of the conveyancing process can be handled by phone, email and video, so you can work with the right specialist for your transaction, wherever you’re based.

What is a consultant conveyancer, and how is it different from a traditional firm?

A consultant conveyancer is an experienced lawyer who manages their own caseload within a regulated firm. At Woodstock, that means you deal directly with your conveyancer from start to finish, rather than being passed between junior staff. Our consultants work for a handful of clients at any one time, so your matter gets the time and attention it deserves.

What do I need to provide to get started?

To get started, we’ll need proof of identity and address for everyone involved, along with details of the property and your estate agent. If you’re buying, we’ll also ask for evidence of where your funds are coming from, such as savings, a mortgage or a gift, as required by anti-money laundering regulations. Your consultant will guide you through exactly what’s needed.

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Letting property can be rewarding, but when problems arise with a tenant, getting the right legal advice quickly makes all the difference. Woodstock Legal Services provides award-winning legal support to landlords, letting agents, property investors and insurers across England and Wales.

Our dedicated landlord and tenant team, led by Director Anna Hughes, has been named Best Landlord Legal Services Provider at the National Landlord Investment Show awards. We act for everyone from individual landlords with a single property to large portfolio owners and national letting agents.

Wherever your property is located, we offer clear, practical advice and transparent fixed fees where possible, with regular updates at every stage. Our aim is simple: to protect your investment and resolve issues as quickly and cost-effectively as possible.

Renters’ Rights Act 2025 Support for Landlords

The Renters’ Rights Act is the biggest change to private renting in England for over 30 years. Since 1 May 2026, Section 21 “no-fault” evictions have been abolished, all assured shorthold tenancies have become assured periodic tenancies, and rent increases must follow the formal Section 13 process.

These changes affect every landlord, from how you set up new tenancies to how you regain possession of your property. Further phases of the Act are due to come into force from late 2026, so staying up to date is essential.

Our landlord solicitors and internal team can help you understand your obligations, update your tenancy documentation and processes, and avoid costly mistakes.

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Possession & Evictions

Regaining possession of your property must be done correctly. Mistakes with notices or paperwork are one of the most common reasons possession claims are delayed or dismissed, and an unlawful eviction can lead to criminal proceedings and damages claims. Our eviction solicitors manage the full process for you, from choosing the right Section 8 grounds and serving a valid notice to obtaining a possession order.

Where a tenant doesn’t leave, we arrange enforcement through county court bailiffs or High Court Enforcement Officers. With fixed fees available for standard evictions and local advocates attending hearings nationwide, we make the process as efficient and predictable as possible.

Whether you’re a first-time buyer, moving home, investing, or handling a high-value property sale, you’ll work directly with an experienced lawyer who keeps you updated and works closely with your estate agent and lender to keep your move on track.

Rent Arrear & Debt Recovery

Unpaid rent can quickly put pressure on your finances, especially if you have a mortgage on the property. Our team helps landlords recover rent arrears from current and former tenants, and from guarantors where one is in place, with fixed fees available for rent arrears and debt recovery claims.

We’ll advise on the most effective route for your situation, whether that’s a formal letter before action, a money claim through the County Court, or combining arrears recovery with possession proceedings. If you obtain a judgment, we can also help you enforce it, so you have the best chance of recovering what you’re owed.

Tenancy & Lease Agreements

Clear, compliant documentation is the foundation of a successful tenancy, and with the Renters’ Rights Act now in force, many older agreements are out of date. Our solicitors prepare and review tenancy agreements, guarantor agreements and supporting documents to make sure they meet current legal requirements.

We also advise landlords and letting agents on their wider obligations, including providing the required information to tenants, rent increases under the Section 13 process, and deposit protection. Getting your documents right from the start helps prevent disputes and makes it easier to regain possession if you ever need to.

Property & Lease Disputes

Disputes with tenants, leaseholders or neighbours can be stressful and time-consuming. Our team advises on a wide range of property disputes, including disrepair claims, service charge disputes, breach of covenant and forfeiture, and disputes over consent to assign, sublet or make alterations.

We also help landlords and property owners recover land and premises from squatters and unlawful occupiers. Wherever possible, we aim to resolve disputes through negotiation, without the cost and delay of court proceedings. Where litigation is necessary, our experienced solicitors will robustly protect your interests.

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Landlord & Tenant FAQs

How long does residential conveyancing take?

Most residential sales and purchases take around 12 to 16 weeks from instruction to completion, though timescales vary depending on the property, your lender and the length of your chain. Leasehold, shared ownership and new build purchases can take longer. Your consultant will give you a realistic timeline at the start and keep you updated, so you always know where things stand.
How much will my conveyancing cost?

Conveyancing fees depend on the property’s value, whether it’s freehold or leasehold, and the type of transaction. We’ll give you a clear quote tailored to your matter, including disbursements such as searches and Land Registry fees, so there are no surprises. Get in touch with our team for a personalised quote or visit our fees page for further details.
Do you only work with clients in Poole and Dorset?

No. Although Woodstock Legal Services was founded in Poole, our residential property lawyers work with clients across England and Wales. Much of the conveyancing process can be handled by phone, email and video, so you can work with the right specialist for your transaction, wherever you’re based.
What is a consultant conveyancer, and how is it different from a traditional firm?

A consultant conveyancer is an experienced lawyer who manages their own caseload within a regulated firm. At Woodstock, that means you deal directly with your conveyancer from start to finish, rather than being passed between junior staff. Our consultants work for a handful of clients at any one time, so your matter gets the time and attention it deserves.
What do I need to provide to get started?

To get started, we’ll need proof of identity and address for everyone involved, along with details of the property and your estate agent. If you’re buying, we’ll also ask for evidence of where your funds are coming from, such as savings, a mortgage or a gift, as required by anti-money laundering regulations. Your consultant will guide you through exactly what’s needed.

Why Choose Woodstock Legal Services?

Award-Winning Landlord Legal Services

Woodstock was named Best Landlord Legal Services Provider at the National Landlord Investment Show awards for two years running. We’re also an NRLA-recognised supplier, trusted by landlords, letting agents and insurers across the country.

Fixed Fees, No Surprises

We offer fixed fees for standard evictions, rent arrears and debt recovery claims, so you know the cost from the outset. Where a fixed fee isn’t possible, you’ll get a clear cost estimate and regular updates throughout.

Nationwide Coverage, Specialist Team

Wherever your property is in England and Wales, our dedicated landlord and tenant team can help, using local advocates to attend hearings. You’ll be kept informed at every stage, so you’ll never need to chase.

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Meet our Internal Landlord & Tenant Team

Alex Giblett

Team Leader & Senior Paralegal

Anna-Luisa Hughes (Anna Hughes)

Director & Head of Landlord & Tenant Team

Zoe Turner

"I found the team at Woodstock Legal - and especially Zoe, my solicitor - as incredibly helpful, knowledgeable and thorough, with a real empathy and understanding of what I was going through with a very difficult tenant. She and her colleague James were easy to get hold of and always approachable; I can heartily recommend them!"

Anna Hughes

"I write to offer my sincere thanks and appreciation to Woodstock Legal Services. In particular Anna Hughes for her highly professional work in relation to regaining my property from a difficult tenant in rent arrears, refusing to vacate. Anna made the whole process stress free, keeping me informed throughout and the court result was above and beyond my expectations. I received a judgment for all monies outstanding, court costs against the tenant and a possession order in my favour. As a landlord with only a few properties, I would not hesitate to recommend this firm to anybody in a similar position."

Tia Kwateng

"Tia was more than knowledgeable in her field and the process. She took her time to explain everything to me and went into great detail about the process. I highly recommend to ask for Tia! She is the best of the best!"

Sharfaa Kerkache

"Can I just say on behalf of myself and my brother how impressed we have been with your work on this account. This is the first time (and hopefully last) that we have had to undertake the eviction process and you have guided us professionally all the way. You have kept us up to date and regularly been in touch contributing significantly into this process running so smoothly and we now have repossession of our flat."

Reviews taken from TrustPilot & Google from October 2026

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Property Management

Practical legal support for landlords and letting agents managing rental properties, from compliant tenancy documentation to navigating the Renters’ Rights Act.

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Evictions Service

Fixed-fee possession proceedings for landlords and agents nationwide, handled correctly from notice to bailiff enforcement, with local advocates attending hearings.

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Landlord Legal Helpline

Quick, expert answers to your landlord law questions from our award-winning team, so you can make the right decision before a problem escalates.

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Debt Recovery

Fixed-fee recovery of rent arrears and other debts from tenants, former tenants and guarantors, with advice on enforcing judgments to get you paid.

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Training

Expert training sessions for landlords and letting agents to keep your team up to date with changing legislation, including the Renters’ Rights Act 2025.

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Landlord & Tenant FAQs

How long does residential conveyancing take?

How much will my conveyancing cost?

Do you only work with clients in Poole and Dorset?

What is a consultant conveyancer, and how is it different from a traditional firm?

What do I need to provide to get started?

Why Choose Woodstock Legal Services?

Award-Winning Landlord Legal Services

Fixed Fees, No Surprises

Nationwide Coverage, Specialist Team

Meet our Landlord & Tenant Solicitors

Azhar Hussain

Hanna Potts

Hannah Leticia Pinder

Maureen Chigboh-Anyadi

Ryan Heaven

Zoe Turner

Meet our Internal Landlord & Tenant Team

Aadhil Mubarak

Alex Giblett

Aishah Akhtar

Akhila Nagenderina

Anna-Luisa Hughes (Anna Hughes)

Anna Zulfukar

Elie Christodoulou

Evelina Shataylo

Hannah Tagalogan

Jake Billington

Jess Cornwell

Leo Aiken

Lily Oosthuizen

Lisa Etherton

Lovejoyt Singh

Majed Ebrahim

Megan Macauley

Oliver Wade

Sharfaa Kerkache

Tashea Raymond-Ducille

Tia Kwateng

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