Best Properties Solicitors in County Durham

Compare the best Properties solicitors and lawyers in County Durham, ranked by verified client reviews: 91 law firms, updated 1 November 2026.

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    This work covers residential and commercial property matters in England, including buying and selling homes, leases and tenancies, registrations, and disputes about possession, boundaries, and rent. A solicitor in this area reviews contracts and titles, drafts and negotiates deeds, handles conveyancing, and represents clients in landlord–tenant disputes, mortgage repossessions, and property-related claims. The focus is on securing clear title, compliant tenancy terms, and orderly resolution of conflicts that arise from property ownership and use.

    1

    Richard Reed Ltd

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    4.8 752 Reviews

    244 Properties reviews

    Reviewed for Residential Conveyancing (179)Purchase and Sale (90)Transfers of equity (5)

    Hannah Cullen Your solicitor Hannah Cullen Solicitor
    “During this difficult time for us all,Nicola and the team at Richard Reed have gone that extra mile to deliver the positive end result . Good old fashioned customer service.”
    A client review matching your search · about Joanne Wallace
    • professional service
    • friendly staff
    • fast responses
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeFamily LawChildren LawThe Law Society
    Free initial advice
    2

    Poole Alcock LLP

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    4.8 5,615 Reviews

    1,447 Properties reviews 1 review this year

    Reviewed for Residential Conveyancing (913)Purchase and Sale (311)Remortgaging (161)

    Sarah Jarrett Your solicitor Sarah Jarrett Partner - Head of Commercial, Agriculture & New Build Conveyancing
    “I was in contact to request a quote for the purchase of a high-rise apartment. My requested callback was actioned very quickly, I was able to confirm query details, and the process was explained very well.”
    A client review matching your search · about Eve Bright
    • Friendly staff
    • Clear explanations
    • Fast service
    • Speaks
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeCriminal LitigationFamily LawFamily Law Advanced
    Free initial advice
    3

    Ison Harrison Limited

    4.7 4,235 Reviews

    1,156 Properties reviews 5 reviews this year

    Reviewed for Residential Conveyancing (953)Purchase and Sale (699)New home purchases and sales (88)

    4

    Pepperells Ltd

    4.8 3,856 Reviews

    1,578 Properties reviews

    Reviewed for Residential Conveyancing (1,417)Purchase and Sale (433)New home purchases and sales (24)

    5

    Sweeney Miller LLP

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    4.9 1,468 Reviews

    1,247 Properties reviews

    Reviewed for Residential Conveyancing (790)Purchase and Sale (673)New home purchases and sales (37)

    Leanne Robb Leads the Properties team Leanne Robb Head of Conveyancing - Newcastle 5.0 from 94 client reviews
    Stephanie RutherfordDamien ToddCharlie LynnSurbhi Vedhara Works with Stephanie Rutherford and 4 more
    “My experience with Sweeney Miller Law firm has been excellent from start to finish. Zeeshan has been amazing during this process, his professionalism and clear communication this the whole process smooth & stress free. Just wanted to take this opportunity to say thank you for everything appreciate all your help!”
    A client review matching your search · about Zeeshan Aman
    • Excellent communication
    • Professional service
    • Prompt responses
    • Speaks
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeThe Law SocietyLexcel - Practice Management Standard
    Free initial advice
    6

    Tilly Bailey & Irvine LLP

    4.5 1,374 Reviews

    887 Properties reviews 2 reviews this year

    Reviewed for Residential Conveyancing (848)Purchase and Sale (269)New home purchases and sales (17)

    7

    Milners

    4.9 518 Reviews

    246 Properties reviews 2 reviews this year

    Reviewed for Residential Conveyancing (207)Purchase and Sale (107)New home purchases and sales (6)

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    EMG Solicitors

    4.8 1,286 Reviews

    717 Properties reviews 1 review this year

    Reviewed for Purchase and Sale (438)Residential Conveyancing (403)Remortgaging (8)

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    Hewitts

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    4.8 1,077 Reviews

    446 Properties reviews

    Reviewed for Residential Conveyancing (343)Purchase and Sale (133)New home purchases and sales (34)

    Danielle Sullivan Leads the Properties team Danielle Sullivan Partner 4.8 from 103 client reviews
    Kelly HindKerri CalderBen GreenKim Nielsen Works with Kelly Hind and 4 more
    “I received excellent customer services, and very clear communication. When dealing with my new property. Kelly and Bethany have been very helpful and made things very clear to understand. ”
    A client review matching your search · about Bethany Scott
    • Efficient service
    • Clear communication
    • Friendly staff
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeFamily LawChildren LawThe Law Society
    10

    BHP Law

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    4.8 483 Reviews

    44 Properties reviews

    Reviewed for Residential Conveyancing (37)Purchase and Sale (19)

    John Anthony Pratt Leads the Properties team John Anthony Pratt Managing Partner
    Natalie Bell Works with Natalie Bell
    “Very happy to recommend Lorna and her team at BHP Law including her secretary and all reception staff at the Durham office. Any queries were promptly answered and I felt supported professionally and personally.”
    A client review matching your search · about Lorna Turnbull
    • Very professional
    • Efficient service
    • Clear communication
    • Speaks
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeWills and Inheritance Quality SchemeCyber Essentials CertifiedMental Capacity
    Free initial advice
    11

    Nps Law LLP

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    4.7 606 Reviews

    189 Properties reviews 3 reviews this year

    Reviewed for Residential Conveyancing (147)Purchase and Sale (111)Buying at auction (7)

    What Properties clients highlight

    • excellent communication
    • professional service
    • efficient process
    • friendly team

    4.7 from 606 client reviews

    “We had an excellent experience with NPS Law throughout our mortgage and property purchase. From start to finish, the entire process was handled professionally, and they kept us informed every step of the way. Their communication was excellent, making what could have been a stressful process feel smooth and straightforward. A special thank you to Junaid and Hamaz for their exceptional support. They were both kind, professional, responsive, and always willing to answer our questions. Their dedication and attention to detail gave us complete confidence throughout the process. We are extremely happy with the service we received and would highly recommend NPS Law to anyone looking for reliable and professional solicitors. Thank you for making our home-buying journey such a positive experience!”
    A client review matching your search · about Mohammed Junaid
    • Speaks
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeThe Law Society
    12

    PLS Solicitors

    4.4 10,384 Reviews

    1,928 Properties reviews 1 review this year

    Reviewed for Residential Conveyancing (1,527)Purchase and Sale (1,245)New home purchases and sales (205)

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    Stowe Family Law LLP

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    4.8 4,820 Reviews

    11 Properties reviews

    What Properties clients highlight

    • patient and helpful
    • clear communication
    • professional and knowledgeable
    • compassionate and supportive

    4.8 from 4,820 client reviews

    “I arranged to speak to Andrew Campbell to discuss an on-going domestic issue linked to a property. Throughout the meeting Andrew was attentive, made sure he fully understood the situation, and my concerns, while providing a detailed breakdown of options available to me. At no time did I feel pushed into a course of action. Overall the service I recieved was excellent.”
    A client review matching your search · about Andrew Campbell
    • Speaks
    • Family LawFamily Law AdvancedChildren LawThe Law Society
    14

    DP Conveyancing & Property Law Limited

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    5.0 909 Reviews

    806 Properties reviews

    Reviewed for Residential Conveyancing (798)Purchase and Sale (155)Transfer of title (6)

    What Properties clients highlight

    • Excellent communication
    • Very responsive
    • Professional team
    • Friendly staff

    5.0 from 909 client reviews

    Free initial advice
    16

    Clark Willis Solicitors

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    5.0 472 Reviews

    300 Properties reviews

    Reviewed for Residential Conveyancing (281)Purchase and Sale (151)Remortgaging (6)

    Alister Jones Leads the Properties team Alister Jones Solicitor & Head of Property Team 5.0 from 110 client reviews
    Jo AndersonFaye EdemensonSophie MeddSarah Murray Works with Jo Anderson and 3 more
    “Outstanding service throughout our recent house sale . I really couldn’t recommend highly enough . Well done and thank you to Alister and the team . Best regards”
    A client review matching your search · about Alister Jones
    • professional service
    • friendly staff
    • very efficient
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeFamily LawFamily MediationChildren Law
    Free initial advice
    17

    Freers Askew Bunting Solicitors Limited

    4.9 582 Reviews

    358 Properties reviews

    Reviewed for Purchase and Sale (236)Residential Conveyancing (213)New home purchases and sales (18)

    18

    Grey-Smith Legal Limited

    5.0 401 Reviews

    281 Properties reviews 1 review this year

    Reviewed for Residential Conveyancing (241)Purchase and Sale (133)New home purchases and sales (12)

    19

    Cygnet Family Law Ltd

    4.9 335 Reviews

    139 Properties reviews

    Reviewed for Residential Conveyancing (126)Purchase and Sale (38)New home purchases and sales (5)

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    How many Properties solicitors are there in County Durham?

    We have ranked 91 law firms for Properties in County Durham, listed in order on this page.

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