noun
- A legal professional who prepares documents and handles the transfer of property ownership from one person to another.
Usage: Common in British English; in the U.S., this work is typically done by real estate attorneys or title companies.
Examples
- The conveyancer reviewed the contract before we signed the papers.
- We hired a conveyancer to handle the sale of our house.
- The conveyancer ensured all legal requirements were met for the property transfer.
- In the UK, a conveyancer is often the first point of contact for home buyers.
- The conveyancer prepared the deed and other necessary documents for closing.