Associate Director at Lockings Solicitors

Craig Schofield

Associate Director

I have worked as a conveyancer from our Beverley office since 2003 having previously gained experience at a large practice in Leeds. I now manage the Beverley office alongside running the Beverley residential conveyancing department. I am passionate about client service and doing a good job for them. With over 20 years of conveyancing experience I am always striving to help the firm and my team deliver a great, practical service.

Highgate House, 19 Wednesday Market, Beverley, East Yorkshire, HU17 0DJ

Licensed for 4 years

Practice Areas

Housing & Property

4.8/5 199 Client Reviews 199
  • Wills, Trusts & Probate 0%
  • Commercial Property 1%
  • Housing & Property 99%
199 Client Reviews

4.8/5

Overall experience

  • Value For Money
  • Communication
  • Initial Impressions
  • Approachability
  • Documentation Accuracy
  • Legal knowledge

Reviews summary

  • Excellent
    179
  • Very Good
    14
  • Average
    4
  • Poor
    2
  • Awful
    0

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Nic
Nic Added 12 months ago Report to admin
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November 27, 2023 20231127100903

Excellent service

5

We sold our property and used Lockings solicitors, Craig Schofield’s team…what can I say, of all the solicitors we have ever needed/used these were outstanding! Efficient, professional and friendly. Nothing was too much trouble and everything proceeded smoothly. Highly recommended, many thanks

Lawyer named in this review: Craig Schofield

A representative from Lockings Solicitors responded to this review on 28 November, 2023

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us and specifically Craig's team. We are thrilled to hear that you found our service outstanding and that everything proceeded smoothly during the sale of your property. Efficiency, professionalism, and friendliness are values we hold dear, and it's gratifying to know that our team lived up to your expectations. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we are grateful for the opportunity to have been a part of your property transaction. If there's anything more you'd like to share or if you have any future legal needs, please don't hesitate to reach out. Thank you again for choosing Lockings Solicitors.

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Diane
Verified Diane Added 1 year ago Report to admin
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November 07, 2023 20231107113533

Conveyancing

5

Always helpful, organised and very professional. Would highly recommend.

Lawyer named in this review: Craig Schofield

A representative from Lockings Solicitors responded to this review on 08 November, 2023

Hi Diane. Thank you for your kind words and recommendation! We're pleased to hear that you found our team to be helpful, organised, and professional. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we're here to assist you with any legal needs you may have. If you ever require our services in the future, don't hesitate to reach out. We appreciate your trust in us.

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Robert
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September 26, 2023 20230926141113

Good from start to finish

5

I recently used Lockings for the sale of a Property after been put in touch via the Estate Agent.

From the very first phone call (within 1 hour of accepting the offer) to completion I found the process very easy and any queries where answered very quickly.

Will use again and would recomend.

Lawyer named in this review: Craig Schofield

A representative from Lockings Solicitors responded to this review on 26 September, 2023

Thank you for your recommendation, Robert. We are here to make the process as smooth as possible so we are thrilled to hear that Craig could assist you quickly and successfully. Best Wishes, Lockings Solicitors.

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Ann
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August 15, 2023 20230815125921

Just Straight Forward Help

5

Lockings are helping me with the sale of 2 houses and purchase of another and it couldn't be more simple. They keep in touch and let me know the progress without any hassle.

Lawyer named in this review: Craig Schofield

A representative from Lockings Solicitors responded to this review on 16 August, 2023

We're delighted to hear that your experience with Lockings has been hassle-free and straightforward. Keeping you informed and making the process simple is what we aim for. Thank you for choosing us to assist with your property transactions. If you have any further questions or need assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out. All the best, Lockings Solicitors.

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Emma
Emma Added 2 years ago Report to admin
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September 04, 2022 20220904122920

Chancel Repair Liability

5

After having no success with another Solicitor in Beverley who seemed unaware of this form of insurance, I was extremely pleased with the service we received in arranging this cover. Knowledgeable, efficient and reliable service. Would highly recommend Lockings Conveyancing.

Lawyer named in this review: Craig Schofield

A representative from Lockings Solicitors responded to this review on 22 September, 2022

Thank you for your feedback, Emma. We are so pleased Craig & the team were able to assist with your insurance case. Your recommendation is greatly appreciated and if you require any assistance in the future, please do not hesitate to contact us.

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Mamkele
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August 27, 2022 20220827002321

Very helpful

5

They kept me informed every step of the way and easy to contact when you need to speak to them.

Lawyer named in this review: Craig Schofield

A representative from Lockings Solicitors responded to this review on 30 August, 2022

Hi Mamkele, thank you for leaving this great review. We are delighted you were happy with the service our team provided. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you require future assistance. We'll ensure your praise is passed on to Adele, Craig and the team.

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Colin
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July 27, 2022 20220727122749

Property buying/selling

5

Can’t speak highly enough about the staff efficiency- friendliness- and how professional they are.
Would absolutely recommend to others.

Lawyer named in this review: Craig Schofield

A representative from Lockings Solicitors responded to this review on 29 July, 2022

Hi Colin, thank you for leaving this great review. We are delighted you were happy with the service our team provided. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you require future assistance.

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Yvonne
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June 17, 2022 20220617094708

Straightforward purchase with excellent communication with the CS team

5

Lockings handled the purchase of a buy-to-let for us. Amazingly I didn’t actually speak to the team even once! We communicated by email and their responses were always very prompt. Everything went very smoothly.

Lawyer named in this review: Craig Schofield

A representative from Lockings Solicitors responded to this review on 17 June, 2022

Thank you for your review Yvonne. We really appreciate your custom and your feedback. We are delighted you are pleased and we look forward to working with you again in the future. Regards.

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Lynne
Verified Lynne Added 2 years ago Report to admin
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April 21, 2022 20220421163630

Professional Service

5

I would highly recommend Craig Schofield, Adele Kirk and the rest of the team. They are so easy to deal with, always answer the telephone or email promptly. Giving expert advice and explaining any issues which arise during the sale/purchase of my property. I would definitely use them again and have no hesitation in recommending them.
Thank you for an excellent service.

Lawyer named in this review: Craig Schofield

A representative from Lockings Solicitors responded to this review on 25 April, 2022

Thank you Lynne. We really appreciate your custom and that you've taken the time to feedback. We are delighted you are pleased and we look forward to working with you again in the future. Regards.

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Janet
Janet Added 2 years ago Report to admin
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March 02, 2022 20220302203548

Professional and Approachable

5

I would like to say how professional and approachable the Conveyancing team have been in the sale of my mother's house. The highest of praise in a smooth transaction and best possible outcome. Excellent value for money.

Lawyer named in this review: Craig Schofield

A representative from Lockings Solicitors responded to this review on 03 March, 2022

Thank you Janet. We are delighted you are pleased. We really appreciate your custom and we look forward to working with you again in the future. Regards.

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Simon
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November 08, 2024
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Simon

5

Great solicitors Craig, Declan and the team really helped push our purchase through on both occasions of using them 7 years apart. Given the way other solicitors can operate, it is great to have lockings on your side. Even going out of their way, undertaking duties of the other seemingly unmotivated solicitors just to progress the sale!

Lawyer named in this review: Craig Schofield

A representative from Lockings Solicitors responded to this review on 13 November, 2024

Thanks Simon. We really appreciate your custom and your review. We look forward to working with you again in the future. Regards.

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Chris
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November 06, 2024
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Chris

5

Second time using Lockings, this time for sale and onward purchase, craig schofields team were extremely helpful, namely Katrina, who handled our case was very responsive and went above and beyond, responding to queries and catching up out of work hours. Would recommend 100%.

Lawyer named in this review: Craig Schofield

A representative from Lockings Solicitors responded to this review on 07 November, 2024

Thanks Chris. We are delighted you are pleased. We really appreciate your review and we look forward to working with you again in the future. Regards.

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Sherry
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October 21, 2024
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Sherry

5

I have used the legal services of Lockings on a few occasions..100 percent happy with the service of buying and selling my property.. professional but also so helpful and patient and talked me through the steps with care and understanding..big thank you to Craig Schofields team special metion to Katrina and Edward can recommend and do to family and friends ..Excellent 10/10 rating thank you

Lawyer named in this review: Craig Schofield

A representative from Lockings Solicitors responded to this review on 25 October, 2024

Thank you Sherry. We are delighted you are pleased. We really appreciate your custom and your feedback. We look forward to working with you again in the future. Regards.

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Courtney
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September 20, 2023
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Courtney

5

Craig's team have been excellent throughout, especially Katrina who has always been on hand to answer any questions quickly and keeping us updated at all times. They've made everything very easy and would definitely use again and recommend to anyone.

Lawyer named in this review: Craig Schofield

A representative from Lockings Solicitors responded to this review on 20 September, 2023

Thanks Courtney. We really appreciate your custom and your review. We look forward to working with you again in the future. Regards.

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Lucía
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July 13, 2023
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Lucía

5

I have bought a house as a first time buyer using Lockings as solicitors, so I was not familiar at all with the whole process. They were recommended by a friend and their prices were very competitive compared to local solicitors. Their factsheets were really informative for someone without experience, and despite everything was handled remotely, the communication by email was effective. I felt that at some points the communication could have been more personal, but I appreciate that the team worked hard (special mention to Katrina Turnbull) and there were times when they were checking emails at late times to keep us updated when we were working towards a tight completion date. I wouldn't hesitate using their services again.

Lawyer named in this review: Craig Schofield

A representative from Lockings Solicitors responded to this review on 13 July, 2023

Thanks Lucia. We are delighted you are pleased and we look forward to working with you again in the future. Enjoy your new home. 🏡

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Cathy Elizabeth
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August 21, 2020 20200821113026

Cathy Elizabeth

5

Craig from the Beverley branch has now been the conveyancer for two of our house purchases and he is fantastic. I have never waited more than 30 mins for an email back even when I email and more than likely ask the same thing numerous times he always has the patience to get back to me. He is quick in his work and an all round generally great solicitor - thank you Craig.

We are also grateful to Eddy at the Beverley branch who will always give us great advice and help push through our previous transactions. Really do recommend this firm.

Thanks again guys for all your hard work 😊

Lawyer named in this review: Craig Schofield

A representative from Lockings Solicitors responded to this review on 14 September, 2020

Thank you for your review Cathy. We really appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future. Best wishes.

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About Craig Schofield

I have worked as a conveyancer from our Beverley office since 2003 having previously gained experience at a large practice in Leeds. I now manage the Beverley office alongside running the Beverley residential conveyancing department. I am passionate about client service and doing a good job for them. With over 20 years of conveyancing experience I am always striving to help the firm and my team deliver a great, practical service.

Languages Spoken: English

Contact Craig Schofield

Address

Lockings Solicitors

Highgate House

19 Wednesday Market

Beverley

East Yorkshire

HU17 0DJ



Phone 01482 977 010

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WORK EXPERIENCE

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Associate Director

Lockings Legal Services Limited

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