Removal from the Scottish Widows and other lender panels: Why they do it and how to get reinstated
- Persistent delays in registering a charge on behalf of Scottish Widows Delays or failure to register the Scottish Widows charge may result in referral to external lawyers of Scottish Widows to complete outstanding requirements.
- Significant delays in post completion requirements set by Scottish Widows
- Breaches of Scottish Widows conveyancing panel requirements
- Missing deadline to reapply to be on the Scottish Widows convincing panel
- Your law firm no longer meets the criteria to remain on the Scottish Widows conveyancing panel
Common questions about Scottish Widows conveyancing panel reinstatement
- How often will this firm be required to re-apply to be reinstated on the Scottish Widows conveyancing panel?
- What are the consequences if our Scottish Widows panel reinstatement application is refused and our client has a mortgage application with the Scottish Widows?
- Does the COLP in my firm need to complete the reinstatement application to the Scottish Widows panel ?
- How long does the application process take when applying to revert back onto the Scottish Widows conveyancing panel?
- Can we act for Scottish Widows while the appeal for reinstatement on the Scottish Widows panel is being assessed? How do I discover if our reinstatement application to the Scottish Widows panel is accepted?
Top Tip: The best way to avoid the hassle of seeking Scottish Widows panel reinstatement is to ensure that your firm is not removed off of the Scottish Widows conveyancing panel in the first place.
Note: Subject to certain conditions Lexsure’s experts or consultants can assist in providing you with guidance for reinstatement onto the Scottish Widows conveyancing panel but under no circumstances will Lexsure (or the Conveycentric Team) submit an application to Scottish Widows directly or via their preferred panel manager. Any reinstatement application will have to be made by your firm. For the avoidance of doubt, Lexsure (or the Conveycentric Team) are in no way involved in managing the Scottish Widows conveyancing panel.