Major conveyancing firm goes under after sale collapses - The Negotiator
BLB Solicitors, which has six offices in the South West, has slipped into administration after a sale fell through.
thenegotiator.co.ukBLB Solicitors Limited appears to have entered administration in late April 2026, with notices indicating the firm would cease trading and be placed into administration around 12:00 on 30 April 2026. Multiple industry outlets and regulatory sources report the administration following a sale of the business falling through or being withdrawn at short notice.[1][2][5]
What this means for clients and next steps:
- If you are a BLB client, you should expect communications from the administrator about transferring your files to another solicitor and the steps to retrieve documents or funds. The SRA and the firm’s notices emphasize initiating the transfer promptly to minimize disruption.[2][5]
- If you need to locate alternative representation, consider contacting local firms with conveyancing experience in the South West or your nearest BLB office location, and verify they can take over your matter. The situation has affected offices in Bristol, Bath, Swindon, Trowbridge, Bradford-on-Avon, and Almondsbury.[1][2]
- For regulatory status and consumer guidance, the SRA confirms the firm’s administration status and provides guidance on retrieving documents or money in possession. Check their page on BLB Solicitors Limited for the latest consumer-facing instructions.[5][6]
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- Suppose you held a conveyancing file with BLB; the administrator would typically appoint alternative solicitors to take over, and BLB’s communications would direct you to coordinate with that new firm to continue the process without losing key deadlines.[2]
If you’d like, I can:
- Summarize the latest official statements from the SRA and administrator, with direct action steps for affected clients.
- Help you locate nearby firms that can take over BLB matters and compare their conveyancing fees or timelines.[5][1]