After Completion: Seller's Solicitor: Which tasks must be completed?

• A. Send account to client
• B. Apply for SDLT certificate
• C. Apply to LR for first registration
• D. All of the above

Answer: (D)

After completion, the seller’s solicitor wraps up the file by handling three key post‑completion duties that move the transaction to a final close. First, they issue a final account to the seller, detailing the net proceeds, the seller’s fees, and any disbursements so the client has a clear record and can settle the matter. This ensures the seller receives the correct amount and that the file is closed with proper accounting.

Second, they deal with Stamp Duty Land Tax documentation. Although the purchaser usually pays the SDLT, the seller’s side must cooperate to ensure the tax position is correctly documented and the appropriate SDLT certificate is in place as part of the completed transaction. This keeps HMRC records straight and provides the purchaser’s solicitor with the necessary evidence.

Third, they handle the Land Registry step. If the property is unregistered, the seller’s solicitor would apply for first registration to ensure the title is properly entered in the purchaser’s name. If the property is already registered, they still provide and confirm the required transfer documents so the LR record can be updated to show the new owner.

So all of these tasks are part of finalising the sale and closing the file, which is why all of the above is the best answer.