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Auction deadlines demand speed and certainty. Our specialist auction conveyancing team provides legal pack reviews, expert guidance, and full support to help through the auction process so you can proceed with confidence.
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Buying a property at auction is fast-paced and legally binding which is why having the right conveyancing support in place is essential. Our experienced auction property solicitors provide clear, efficient, and proactive legal services to ensure you complete on time and with confidence.
We offer auction conveyancing across England and Wales with dedicated legal teams, smart technology, and transparent fixed-fee pricing. Whether you’re buying at a traditional auction or through a modern method of sale, we work quickly to review legal packs, flag potential risks, and manage all key deadlines.
With real-time updates via our conveyancing app, step-by-step guidance, and direct contact with your legal team, you’ll always know exactly where you stand and what to do next from pre-auction advice to post-auction completion.
Whether you’re a seasoned property investor or a first-time buyer, our expert auction conveyancing solicitors will ensure a smooth and legally sound transaction even under tight timelines
We believe that taking a step like buying a property, deserves a personal and bespoke service. Your service can change based on your needs, but what never changes is our dedication to giving our clients a 5 star service.
Auction sales move quickly, and so do we. Whether you're selling through a traditional or modern auction, our team supports you in your preferred method — all while keeping things straightforward, secure, and legally sound.
We’ll help you prepare for a confident sale, whether you're managing everything online or prefer direct advice along the way. It’s your property — your pace, your process.
Our auction clients get personal support from day one. We’ll guide you through auction conditions, legal pack reviews, and timelines — and answer every question before the hammer falls.
With expert solicitors and approachable service, we make the fast pace feel far more manageable.
Auction deadlines can be intense, which is why we keep things calm and clear. You’ll receive frequent updates and advice every step of the way — no surprises, no confusion.
Whether you're a first-time seller or seasoned investor, we’re here to keep your sale on track and stress-free.
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At Lyons Bowe, we have reimagined residential property law to deliver a faster, clearer, and more personal legal experience. Here is what makes our service different.
5-Star Client Service
Thousands of five-star reviews reflect our commitment to clear communication, structured support, and personal care throughout your property journey.
Industry-Leading App
Track your case in real-time with our easy-to-use app and receive updates, complete forms, verify your ID, and make secure payments, all in one place.
Local, Friendly Offices
We are proud to offer friendly, expert support across our offices in Bath, Bournemouth, Bristol, Bridgwater, Cardiff, Cheltenham, Exeter, Frome, Keynsham, and Shepton Mallet. With national reach through secure digital services.
Structured Legal Journey
Our unique team model means you always have the right expert at every stage, from onboarding to completion, keeping your transaction moving quickly and smoothly.
Smart, Secure Legal Technology
From secure digital onboarding to online payments and e-signatures, our tech makes legal services simpler, safer, and more convenient, without losing the human touch.
Clear, Fair Fees
We offer transparent, fixed-fee conveyancing wherever possible, with clear guidance upfront so you stay in control. You can also take advantage of our Abortive Pledge, so are protected if your transaction falls through for reasons outside your control.
Whether you’re buying or selling at auction, our expert team ensures the process is fast, secure, and stress-free. We review auction packs, handle tight timelines, and guide you through every legal step — all with clear communication and total peace of mind.
Reviewing legal packs before bidding
Preparing auction sale contracts
Managing exchange and completion deadlines
Answering questions quickly with dedicated support
Forget the confusing lingo and overly wordy explanations. Our app makes sense of it all - seamless, convenient and designed with you in mind.
Thousands of five-star reviews from clients just like you. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service, clear communication, and innovative technology to make your legal journey seamless.
From start to finish the app kept me updated and the team were quick to answer any queries. I felt fully supported throughout and everything completed on time.
Nina, Residential Conveyancing
Lyons Bowe handled both our sale and purchase with outstanding professionalism. Clear updates, friendly service, and the whole process felt very structured. Could not fault them.
Mark and Emily, Sale and Purchase
An amazing service! The team made the whole house-buying experience stress-free. Communication was excellent and the app meant I always knew exactly what stage I was at. Highly recommend.
Sarah, Residential Conveyancing
Very impressed with how organised and efficient the team were. I knew exactly what was happening at every stage. Would highly recommend Lyons Bowe for anyone buying or selling a home.
Louise, Sale & Purchase Client
Buying our first home was much easier than expected thanks to Lyons Bowe. Clear updates, a brilliant app, and friendly staff who made everything straightforward.
David & Emma, First-Time Buyers
Excellent service from start to finish. The Lyons Bowe app kept me updated in real-time and the team were always ready to answer my questions. I felt supported throughout the whole process.
Sarah, Residential Conveyancing Client
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We have ten offices across the South West & South Wales, but our reach is national.
Whether you visit us in person or prefer to work with us remotely, our team is ready to support. Clear communication, dedicated teams, and real-time updates mean the same high standard of service - no matter how you choose to work with us.
Got a burning legal question not in these FAQs? Or, you know, just a regular one? Ask us below! We'll get back to you within one business day.
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A solicitor like Lyons Bowe can help by reviewing the auction legal pack before you bid, explaining any potential issues, and raising enquiries if needed. If you win the auction, we'll handle all the legal work to complete the purchase for you.
Once your bid is successful and the hammer falls in an auction, you are legally obligated to buy the property. You'll usually need to pay a deposit (often 10%) straight away, and there will be a set timeframe to complete the purchase.
It's really important to review the auction's legal pack carefully before you bid. This pack contains important documents about the property's title, any searches done, and any special conditions of sale. We strongly recommend having a solicitor like Lyons Bowe review this pack for you.
In an auction, you view the property and then review the legal pack. On auction day, you bid against other buyers. If your bid is the highest and the hammer falls, you've exchanged contracts immediately and are legally bound to buy the property.
Yes, but this will vary from property to property. Your lender will need to confirm that they’re prepared to lend on the property. It’s unlikely that a lender will accept a 5% mortgage/95% Loan to Value, but this will vary from lender to lender.
You can fall in love with a property, but you may not end up holding the winning bid. There are significant upfront costs when you purchase the property, and It’s much harder to back out of an auction property than a standard purchase.
You have full view of what other people are bidding so you are less likely to get gazumped, the purchase process is much quicker than a standard purchase, banks and building societies are increasingly more willing to lend for an auction purchase than they used to be, and everyone bids at the same time, so you won’t be rushed into making an offer.
Cost of Auction Pack Review (Buying with Mortgage) - £1,250 for file review, £250.00 for completion of matter Cost of Auction Pack Review (Buying with cash) - £1,500 for whole of matter
If you want to pull out of an auction property purchase, the impacts carry on the type of auction you made the purchase in. In the traditional method, you exchange contracts when the hammer falls. If you pull out of the purchase at any time, you’ll lose your 10% deposit and may have to pay administration fees. If the seller pulls out of the sale in an auction, you will be able to reclaim your 10% deposit.
An auction exchange happens in minutes; inheritance planning shouldn’t be left to chance. Close the deal with our Auction experts, then sit down with our Will specialists to lock in who benefits from your newest asset.
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Lyons Bowe is a trading name of Lyons Bowe Limited, a limited company registered in England & Wales (registered number OC11526226) which is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority No. 652616. A list of Directors is available at our registered office 54 High Street, Shepton Mallet, Somerset, BA4 5AS
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