Helen Davis

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I specialise in residential sale and purchase. My aim is to deal with your transaction as quickly as possible, embracing technology and being as paperless as possible. I can, however, offer a bespoke service if the client would prefer to be paper-based. I aim to keep the client updated of progress of the transaction to make the experience as stress-free as possible.

Helen is a highly experienced residential property solicitor with over 20 years of expertise, specialising in assisting private individuals with all aspects of buying, selling, and financing their homes. Based in Cullompton near Exeter, she provides a bespoke and client-focused service, tailoring her approach to each client’s unique circumstances: whether they are first-time buyers, seasoned homeowners, or individuals navigating complex transactions involving mortgages, gifted deposits, or Lifetime ISAs.

Recognised for her proactive communication and approachable manner, Helen ensures that clients remain informed throughout the transaction, offering clarity and support at every stage. She is committed to delivering an efficient, stress-free process and is known for her ability to find practical, cost-effective solutions to any challenges that arise.

Helen works closely with local estate agents to facilitate smooth transactions and shares a common goal of achieving the best outcomes for buyers and sellers alike. She also provides in-person consultations where required, ensuring a truly personal service.

Specific areas of expertise:

  • Residential sales and purchases, including leasehold and freehold properties
  • Auction transactions and legal pack preparation
  • Transfer of equity, shared ownership, and remortgages
  • Registration of unregistered land
  • Property sales by executors, administrators, and attorneys
  • Bridging finance and private lender transactions
  • Drafting Declarations of Trust and Statutory Declarations
  • Advising on title issues and indemnity insurance solutions
  • Ensuring compliance with the UK Finance Mortgage Lenders’ Handbook

Helen’s professional, friendly, and understanding approach, combined with her depth of technical knowledge, makes her a trusted advisor for clients navigating the residential property market.

Practice Areas

Residential Property

Client Feedback

“Helen was fantastic and I cannot recommend her highly enough. She was really communicative, thorough and tireless in her efforts to push through what was at times a tricky house purchase.”

“Helen always explains things to you in a simple way so for us that don’t understand much of the legal process of selling a house can understand.”

“I would highly recommend using Helen Davis for your house conveyancing. She is professional and very approachable, happy to help with any questions in a quick and efficient manner.”

“The best thing was that she was very responsive and always answered any questions I had quickly- there’s nothing worse than waiting when you don’t know what’s happening. I always felt in the loop and knew exactly where the case was at.”

“From start to finish was outstanding.”

“I cannot recommend Helen Davis enough, she was absolutely fantastic. Quick to respond, communicative and supportive. We had a really tough process with our sale and purchase but Helen worked very hard to get things over the line for us. She kept us regularly updated and I felt complete trust in Helen’s hands.”