Firm legality check?

ezrnow

I'm considering reserving an apartment on a development in Tangiers and have been recommended a legal firm by the marketing agent. Does anyone know how can i check the company's legitimacy before making my first deposit payment? For all i know, the legal firm may not really be independent!

carlisle

Although there may be ways of checking a firm’s legitimacy, I personally am not aware of any (someone else may be able to help here). However, once you’ve found your desired property you will need to sign a preliminary contract (otherwise known as a compromise de vente) and pay a depsosit.

The conveyancing process is normally carried out by notaire who, unlike a solicitor is not impartial. For this reason alone, it is worth getting hold of an English-speaking lawyer with local experience to cast an eye over the contract for you before you sign and part with any cash. Hope this clarifies things for you.