Negligence Risks in Property Transactions - A Roundup for Advisers

Introduction

Many professional negligence claims arising from conveyancing transactions do not result from dramatic errors. Instead, they often arise from routine omissions that only become apparent after completion when clients discover restrictions, liabilities, or risks affecting the property.

This webinar explores the types of issues that most frequently lead to post-completion disputes and negligence claims. Drawing on examples from property litigation, it focuses on how advisers can reduce exposure to risk through clearer reporting, better file management, and careful scoping of the retainer.

The webinar will provide practical guidance on identifying potential red flags during transactions and ensuring that advice to clients is properly documented.

What You Will Learn

This webinar will cover the following:

• Common causes of conveyancing negligence claims
• Post-completion disputes and complaints
• Recurring risk areas in conveyancing files
• Managing the scope of the retainer
• Why unclear retainers lead to claims
• Managing client expectations
• Reporting clearly and defensibly
• Drafting reports on title and leases
• Avoiding the ‘you never told me’ problem
• Key risk areas in leasehold transactions
• Repairing obligations and service charge liabilities
• Major works exposure and management issues
• User covenants and short-term letting restrictions
• Title defects that frequently lead to disputes
• Easements and access rights
• Restrictive covenants and enforceability
• Rent charges and estate management schemes
• Planning and building regulation risks
• Missing approvals and completion certificates
• Enforcement risks and lawful use
• Protecting the file
• When to recommend specialist reports
• Documenting advice and decisions

This pre-recorded webinar will be available to view from Tuesday 1st September 2026

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