Interpretation and Definitions

Interpretation

Words with capitalised initial letters have the meanings given below. These definitions apply whether the terms appear in singular or plural.

Definitions

For the purposes of these Terms:

• "Firm", "We", "Us", "Our" means Sharpwell Property Law Ltd (company number 05945344), a law firm authorised and regulated in England and Wales by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA number 461952), with its registered office at 78 Pall Mall, London, England, SW1Y 5ES.
• "Website" means the website operated by the Firm (including all subdomains).
• "Service" means access to and use of the Website and its content.
• "Content" means all material on the Website including text, articles, guides, downloads and communications.
• "You" / "Your" means any person accessing or using the Website.
• "Affiliate" means any entity controlling, controlled by, or under common control with the Firm.

About These Terms

These Terms govern Your use of the Website and form a legally binding agreement between You and the Firm. By accessing or using the Website, You confirm that You accept these Terms and agree to comply with them. If You do not agree, You must not use the Website. You confirm that You are at least 18 years of age.

No Legal Advice and No Client Relationship

• Informational Purpose Only — The Content on this Website is provided for general information only and does not constitute legal advice.
• No Reliance — You must not rely on any Content as a substitute for specific legal advice tailored to Your circumstances. We recommend obtaining independent professional advice before taking or refraining from any action.
• No Retainer Created — Use of the Website, including submitting enquiries or contacting Us, does not create a solicitor-client relationship or retainer unless and until We have:
  • completed conflict checks,
  • issued a formal engagement letter, and
  • received Your acceptance of Our terms of business.

Regulatory Information

Sharpwell Property Law Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA number 461952). We are bound by the SRA Standards and Regulations, which can be viewed at: https://www.sra.org.uk

Acceptable Use

You agree not to:

• misuse the Website or knowingly introduce viruses or malicious material;
• attempt unauthorised access to the Website or its servers;
• use the Website for unlawful purposes;
• interfere with or disrupt the operation or security of the Website.

We reserve the right to suspend or restrict access where misuse is suspected.

Intellectual Property

All intellectual property rights in the Website and its Content are owned by or licensed to the Firm. You may view and download Content for personal use only. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or commercially exploit Content without prior written consent.

Third-Party Links

The Website may contain links to third-party websites. These are provided for convenience only. We:

• have no control over such websites; and
• accept no responsibility for their content, accuracy, or security.

Accessing third-party sites is at Your own risk.

Limitation of Liability

• Excluded Losses — To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Firm shall not be liable for:
  • any indirect or consequential loss;
  • loss of profit, revenue, business, or goodwill;
  • loss or corruption of data;
  • reliance placed on Website Content.
• Cap on Liability — Where liability cannot be excluded, Our total liability arising from use of the Website shall be limited to £100.
• Non-Excludable Liability — Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits liability for:
  • death or personal injury caused by negligence;
  • fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation;
  • any liability which cannot be excluded under English law.

Professional Indemnity Insurance

Sharpwell Property Law Ltd maintains professional indemnity insurance in accordance with the rules of the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Our professional indemnity insurer is:

Insurer: [Insert insurer name]
Address: [Insert insurer address]
Territorial coverage: Worldwide (excluding claims brought in the United States and Canada, unless otherwise stated)

Details of Our professional indemnity insurance, including the territorial coverage, are available for inspection upon request.

Stamp Duty and Tax Advice Disclaimer

• No Tax Advice — Any references on the Website to Stamp Duty Land Tax ("SDLT") or other taxes are provided for general information only. We do not provide tax advice unless expressly agreed in writing.
• Client Responsibility — You remain solely responsible for:
  • ensuring the accuracy of all information provided for SDLT purposes;
  • confirming Your tax position; and
  • making timely and accurate tax filings and payments.
• No Liability for Reliefs or Penalties — We accept no liability for:
  • missed reliefs, exemptions, or higher rate liabilities;
  • penalties, interest, or additional tax arising from incorrect or incomplete information supplied by You or third parties;
  • changes in tax law or HMRC practice.

You should obtain independent advice from a qualified tax adviser where necessary.

Land Registry Disclaimer

We may submit applications to the HM Land Registry on Your behalf where instructed. However:

• We do not control processing times at HM Land Registry;
• We cannot guarantee registration deadlines or completion dates;
• Delays may occur due to requisitions, backlog, or third-party issues.

We shall not be liable for:

• delays in registration outside Our reasonable control;
• consequences arising from such delays, including financial or transactional losses;
• errors in the register caused by incorrect or incomplete information provided to Us.

You are responsible for promptly reviewing title documents and notifying Us of any discrepancies.

Cybercrime and Fraud Warning

• Risk of Cyber Fraud — Property transactions are a known target for cybercrime, including email interception and payment diversion fraud.
• No Change to Bank Details by Email — We will never notify You of a change to Our bank details solely by email. If You receive any communication suggesting a change to payment details, You must:
  • treat it as potentially fraudulent; and
  • contact Us immediately using independently verified contact details.
• Client Responsibility for Payments — Before transferring funds, You must verify Our bank details by speaking directly to a member of Our firm using known contact information. We accept no liability for losses arising from:
  • funds sent to incorrect bank accounts;
  • reliance on fraudulent communications not verified with Us;
  • compromised email accounts or systems outside Our control.
• Secure Communications — While We take reasonable steps to secure communications, We cannot guarantee that email or electronic communications will be secure or free from interception. You accept the risks associated with electronic communication unless alternative arrangements are agreed.

Website Availability

The Website is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We do not guarantee that:

• the Website will always be available or uninterrupted;
• Content is accurate, complete, or up to date;
• the Website will be free from errors or security vulnerabilities.

We reserve the right to suspend, withdraw, or amend the Website without notice.

Confidentiality and Communications

Information sent via the Website (including email or enquiry forms):

• may not be secure; and
• will not be treated as confidential until a formal client relationship is established.

You should not send sensitive or confidential information until instructed to do so.

Anti-Money Laundering and Compliance

As a regulated law firm, We are required to comply with anti-money laundering legislation, including the Money Laundering Regulations 2017. We may require:

• identity verification;
• source of funds information; and
• other due diligence checks

before acting for You. We reserve the right to decline or cease acting where legal or regulatory obligations require.

Termination

We may suspend or terminate access to the Website immediately, without notice, if You breach these Terms.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales. The courts of England and Wales shall have exclusive jurisdiction to resolve any dispute arising out of or in connection with these Terms.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

Waiver

Failure or delay in exercising any right shall not constitute a waiver of that or any other right.

Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to amend these Terms at any time. Updated Terms will be posted on this page and take effect immediately upon publication. Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

Contact

If You have any questions about these Terms, please contact:

Sharpwell Property Law
78 Pall Mall, London, England, SW1Y 5ES
info@sharpwell-law.com
+44 20 7769 6724