Kate Darby

Technical Conveyancing Solicitor

Kate is a technical support solicitor within the conveyancing department at Askews LLP.

Kate completed her legal training in Oxford having studied at the College of Law in Guildford. She qualified as a solicitor in 1995 and continued to practise in Oxford, gaining experience in both contentious and non-contentious matters.

Kate joined Askews in 2020 after 17 years working in a conveyancing department at a firm in Northampton. During this time she undertook a number of roles including head of residential conveyancing and professional support. She has a particular interest in newbuild work.

Now at Askews, Kate provides technical support to the whole conveyancing team, drawing upon her many years of experience and expertise in turning problems into solutions.

In her spare time Kate enjoys running, triathlons, painting and spending time with her family.

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We used Askews in the selling our house & purchase of our new home. Jane was fantastic especially after losing our first sale just before Christmas, she gave us lots of information about how to start again. Luckily it only took another month till we sold again. Jane & Stephen were brilliant, Stephen kept us informed of what was happening. We met with him in person on a couple of occasions as we didn't understand some of the legal wording. Would recommend them to anyone. Thank you for making moving house as smoothly as it could be. Liz & Paul Farmer

Liz F.

10:49 17 Jun 25

I had a fantastic experience with Askews Legal. Jane Ball and her team handled my conveyancing with exceptional care and attention to detail. If you're buying a property in Coventry, I highly recommend their services.

Ibukunoluwa S.

22:50 16 Jun 25

Sumera Ehsan completed an agreement for me in 48 hours. She was super efficient and effective. She even ensured signatures on her day off. Brilliant service.

Kirsten S.

14:43 09 Jun 25

I used Jane Ball who was exceptionally efficient. Communicated heavily and very responsive. I have used Askews many times and never been disappointed A* Service.

Matt B.

14:43 06 Jun 25

Outstanding and professional service. Lianne and Amrinder were especially kind and helpful. Definitely recommend to anyone

Zoe H

09:37 05 Jun 25

Review for Paul Hewerdine, Conveyancing ExecutiveI can’t recommend Paul Hewerdine highly enough. Throughout our entire process, Paul was absolutely brilliant. He answered all our queries promptly and thoroughly, giving us the confidence we needed at every stage. Even when things went down to the wire, he kept us calm, reassured, and informed, ensuring that we were always clear on where things stood.Paul’s attention to detail was impeccable, and he gave everything a thorough review. On completion day, we were praying that everything would come together, and thanks to Paul’s dedication and expertise, it did – he got us over the line.Overall, I wouldn’t go anywhere else for conveyancing and legal support. Paul is exceptional – professional, approachable, and genuinely dedicated to his clients.Sandra Gilmartin

Sandra G.

20:17 24 May 25

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Kate Darby

Areas of expertise in individual services

The Residential Sales Process

The Residential Purchase Process

ID1 Forms For Conveyancing

Transfer Of Equity

Remortgages

Buying And Selling a Residential Property

Buy To Let

Residential Conveyancing

Areas of expertise in business services

Renewing a Commercial Lease

Site Development

Repossession and Forfeiture

Guarantees For Commercial Property Tenancies

Negotiating a Commercial Lease

Dilapidations

Commercial Property Acquisition and Disposal

Break Clauses

Commercial Property

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