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How to Become a Conveyancer

Introduction

The term conveyencer originated in the UK. A conveyencer is a lawyer that focuses on the legal parts of real estate. Conveyancers research and draft real estate contracts. These contracts deal specifically with the purchasing and selling of buildings and properties. Conveyancers work directly with their clients on all aspects of potential sales. Conveyancers must pass a licensing exam in order to begin working. If you become a conveyance, get ready for a career working with people and papers.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You'll Need:

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Instructions

Step 1

Attend law school. Graduate and pass the bar exam. As mentioned above, conveyancers are just specialized lawyers.

Step 2

Take the courses that the Council for Licensed Conveyancers requires of conveyencer trainees. These courses may include Law of Contract and Intro of Law and Legal Method. You need to score above 50% in every assignment in order to be allowed to attempt the licensing exam.

Step 3

Find a job with a mentor. You will need to be trained for two years by someone in a supervising capacity. You can be trained by a lending institution, law office, government office, or building society.

Step 4

Apply for a conveyancer license. You can find the application on the Council for Licensed Conveyancers’ web page. Submit your completed application to the Council for Licensed Conveyancers.

Step 5

Attend your interview. The council will schedule a date for you to come. The council will administer your licensing exam at your interview.

Step 6

Take and pass your licensing exam. If you pass the test, your license will be mailed to you. Once you have your license you can practice as an accredited conveyancer.

Tip

After you receive your license, you should still attend supplementary classes often to remain qualified.

Warning

Don’t forget to reapply for your license annually.