You may find that your developer has a panel solicitor (or a few) which they recommend you use for your purchase. Usually, the panel solicitors will have an agreed bundle already in place with the developer’s solicitor, which they have pre-checked for the entirety of the site. The problem here is that with only one or two firms checking the paperwork, things can get missed. Your solicitor should be checking the contract papers to ensure they are to your favour and that you are adequately protected for your specific property, as well as checking that all requirements are in place for the development. A lawyer specifically chosen by you will be less likely to bend to time pressures of the developers and will instead take the time to ensure all paperwork has been thoroughly checked and that you are appropriately advised of all the terms of your purchase. A local solicitor such as Goughs will also have knowledge of the development and the surrounding area, so will be in a position to provide further advice about any further developments in the area or possible issues.