Daniel Hickey

Chief Risk Officer / Director

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Daniel joined PLS in 2015, initially as Operations Director, then Managing Director, and now heads up the firm’s Risk Compliance and Training Department. He has dual responsibilities in overseeing the firm’s risk management framework and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory obligations. He is also ultimately responsible for staff training and customer service initiatives.

After qualifying as a Solicitor in 1999, Daniel held senior roles at several large corporate law firms, including My Home Move, Pannone and Irwin Mitchell.

dhickey@pls-solicitors.co.uk

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Mortgage Deposit vs Exchange Deposit: What First-Time Buyers Need to Know 

Your mortgage deposit is your total contribution to the purchase price (typically 5–10% for first-time buyers). Your exchange deposit is the portion of that money (usually 10% of the price), paid to the seller’s solicitor at exchange of contracts to make the deal legally binding.   Same money, two different jobs at two different stages of the home buying process. ...

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5 Star Friday: “It Really Felt Like She Was Invested in Our House Purchase”

This week, we are sharing a brilliant review for Sarah Evans, who managed a client through a property purchase with a tight turnaround and delivered exactly when it mattered most. From chasing the sellers solicitors to proactively keeping her clients updated, Sarah’s commitment to getting the job done shone through at every stage. “Can’t recommend...

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Why Solicitor ask for ID, Source of funds, and Bank Statements from a first-time buyer?

Your solicitor isn’t being nosy! They’re legally required to verify your identity and check where your deposit money came from before they can act for you. These checks are called client due diligence, and they’re mandatory under UK anti-money laundering (AML) regulations. Every buyer goes through them.  The good news? The Conveyancing solicitor for first time buyers who responding quickly with clear, complete documents...

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