Welcome to Lewes Smith

Lewes Smith are Sussex - based Solicitors and Property Lawyers who specialise in the conveyancing of both commercial and residential property. If you are buying or selling property or need property advice generally then Lewes Smith can offer you a personal friendly expert service.
Why choose Lewes Smith for your conveyancing?

Total integrity - We are members of the Law Society and are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. We comply with Data Protection via Nominet . Every year clients trust us to handle millions of pounds of their money.

Extensive experience - Clive Smith who founded the firm has been in the property business for nearly 40 years. Clive qualified as a Solicitor in 1978. The team who work with him are all Legal Executives. We specialise purely in conveyancing so are not distracted by other work areas. Clive has lectured on property law regularly for Central Law Training, Law South and BPP.

Innovative solutions -To property problems using the most up to date technology available in terms of case management systems, Land Registry information and electronic search facilities. The firm was a beta tester in 2000 for MDA who run Searchflow the leading provider of online local searches.

Independence - We enjoy good working relationships with many Estate Agents. We regularly receive referrals based on our reputation and skill. We do not pay commission for any work that is referred to us by our estate agent contacts.

Continuity - Clive and the team have worked together at one time or another for nearly twenty years. As we share the work any enquiries can be dealt with by anyone at any time.

A friendly approach - We enjoy a good working relationship with our clients, other law firms and estate agents. We believe that getting on with the other parties is key to a successful transaction although at all times we protect our client’s best interests.

Inexperienced untrained call centre staff

A factory where you cannot speak to the person dealing with your case

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