Property

Buying or selling a home is one of the most significant decisions you will make, both personally and financially. Our Residential Property team provides clear, efficient, and reliable legal support to guide you through every stage of your property journey. Whether you are purchasing, selling, remortgaging, transferring equity, or investing in a new build property, we work to ensure your transaction progresses smoothly and transparently. We handle all aspects of freehold and leasehold transactions and focus on reducing uncertainty, avoiding delays, and keeping you informed from start to finish.

Property

Buying, selling, or managing your home is one of the most important decisions you will make, both financially and personally. Our Residential Property team provides clear, efficient, and reliable legal support to help you navigate every stage of your property journey with confidence. Whether you are a first‑time buyer, a seasoned investor, or looking to sell or refinance your current property, we ensure the process is handled smoothly, transparently, and with your best interests at heart.

We act for individuals across all types of transactions, including freehold and leasehold purchases, sales, remortgages, transfers of equity, and new‑build acquisitions. Our priority is to remove uncertainty, reduce delays, and give you the peace of mind that your transaction is progressing as it should. We combine attention to detail with proactive communication, keeping you informed at each stage so you never feel left in the dark.

For buyers, we carry out comprehensive due diligence to ensure you fully understand what you are purchasing. This includes investigating title issues, reviewing searches and surveys, assessing lease terms, and identifying any restrictions, covenants, or risks that could affect your future use of the property. If problems arise, we explain your options clearly and work with all parties to resolve issues quickly and practically.

Selling a Property

For clients selling their property, we prepare the necessary documents promptly, address enquiries efficiently, and guide you through any legal obligations or disclosures. Our aim is to

If you are remortgaging, transferring ownership, or reorganising your property portfolio, we act swiftly to progress matters with lenders, valuers, and other professionals. We understand that timing is critical, particularly where rates, deadlines, or linked transactions are involved.

Throughout every transaction, we pride ourselves on offering a personal, tailored service. We take the time to understand your priorities—whether that is moving quickly, reducing risk, or navigating a complicated chain—and we work diligently to achieve the best possible outcome for you.

Buying or selling a home can be stressful, but it doesn’t have to be. With experienced property lawyers guiding you through each step, you can focus on your next chapter while we handle the legal complexities. Whatever your residential property needs, our team is here to provide the reassurance, expertise, and support you need from start to finish.

Team Members

Amanda Edwards

Partner

Amanda Edwards

Amanda is a Chartered Legal Executive (CILEx) and heads our Residential Conveyancing Department.

Amanda has worked in residential conveyancing for 15 years, qualifying as a Chartered Legal Executive in 2012.

Amanda studied for 4 years at Wolverhampton College University alongside her full time work and then became an Associate of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives. After a further 2 years of studying, Amanda then qualified as a Chartered Legal Executive.

Amanda has headed our Residential Department since 2016 and has extensive experience in all matters of conveyancing.

Amanda is also qualified to be a commissioner of oaths.

Chartered Paralegal (CILEx)

Sophie Mortimer

Sophie is a Chartered CILEx Paralegal who works alongside Amanda Edwards in our Residential Department.

Sophie started her career as an Estate Agent back in 2003, eventually moving on to Residential Conveyancing in 2011.

Sophie joined our Residential Department in 2017 and has extensive experience and knowledge in residential property.

Conveyancing Assistant

Paigan Wilson

Paigan joined the firm in 2025 and provides support in our busy Residential Department.

Paigan has an LLB (Hons) Law degree and commenced the LLM in Legal Practice with The College of Legal Practice earlier this year.  

Currently sitting the SQE examinations with the ultimate end goal of becoming a qualified solicitor.

Abbie Sutton

Legal Secretary

Abbie Sutton

Abbie joined Rutherfords in 2016 and started as an office assistant, moving on to become a Legal Secretary in our Residential Department shortly after. Abbie also assists in the day to day running of the department.

Lucinda Shelley

Legal Secretary

Lucinda Shelley

Lucinda is a Legal Secretary in our Residential Department, with over 30 years’ experience. She joined Rutherford’s in 2016 and assists in the day to day running of the department.

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