Heather Adams
Heather is a highly experienced residential property solicitor, advising individuals and companies on residential property matters, with particular expertise in high-value and prestige property transactions.
Specialisms & Areas of Work
British Conveyancing Awards
Biography
Heather is a Partner and Head of the Myerson Residential Property Team. She qualified as a solicitor in 2000 after completing her training with a local authority in Cumbria.
Heather is Head of the Residential Property Team at Myerson and has specialised in residential property since 2007. She advises clients on a wide range of residential property matters, with particular expertise in high-value and complex transactions, unregistered land, possessory title, lost or destroyed deeds, prescriptive rights of way, easements and deeds of variation.
Heather also advises on new-build residential development sales, declarations of trust, private mortgages and family-assisted purchases, supporting clients with bespoke arrangements to protect family contributions and structure property interests effectively.
Known for her technical knowledge and practical approach, Heather helps clients navigate complex residential property issues with a clear, partner-led service, particularly in prestige property, private wealth, or development-led transactions.
Client Feedback
James Edmondson
Heather managed to do the impossible and be approachable and understandable as well as consummately professional. Although my purchase was a complicated one on a short timescale, Heather made it easy, painless and stress free. I can’t recommend her highly enough and won’t dread buying my next property knowing she is in my corner.
Mr M
Thank you so much for your usual brilliant service.
Waller Pollins Goldstein Solicitors
May I express my personal gratitude to Heather for her help in this transaction. She has made it very smooth between lawyers and I do appreciate her help and humour.
Mr O, Manchester
Many thanks for all your help with this sale. Your expertise, professionalism and guidance is much appreciated.
Jo
Great service, Heather was really thorough and professional. I felt in very safe hands from the beginning.
Mr Phil Kenny
Heather (and the team) acting on a property purchase for me in Cheshire East. The level of service, during a crazy period of the stamp duty holiday, was excellent. Added real value and didn't just fire a load of documents at me. Highly recommend. Slightly more expensive than the usual high street outfit but you do get what you pay for: on such a large purchase, saving a few hundred pounds seems odd to me, I'd rather get the best result (for the additional price of a nice meal!). Thank you Myerson Solicitors.
Mr E
Just a quick note to say thank you for all of your help and support with our sale and purchase. I know it wasn't the most straightforward and there was a bit of stress but you handled it brilliantly, as I expected. Your entire team come across as calm, composed, professional, knowledgeable and diligent, and certainly unflappable. I really appreciate everything you have done for us, and the way you went about doing it.
Imran
I have used Myerson's several times and have found them awesome. Heather was awesome.
Paul Evans
I found Heather and Phil to be very helpful, efficient and professional. They completed all the work expeditiously and to a high standard. I would definitely use them again.
Recent Experience
Examples of Heather’s notable matters include:
- Site set up for and the sale of 8 townhouses in the Altrincham area, including the set up of a residents management company on long leasehold interests
- Sale off plan of a development of 3 townhouses including the creation of a residents management company and drafting transfers of part
- Successful applications for adverse possession of land used by clients as additional garden land
- Sale off in parts of a residence, barns and pasture land in excess of £2million
- Drafting legal charges to protect private individuals such as the ‘bank of mum and dad’
- Drafting declarations of trust to record unequal contributions to property purchased and gifts of beneficial interests
Awards & Rankings
British Conveyancing Awards — Best Place to Work – Law Firms
2026
The British Conveyancing Awards — Shortlisted - Residential Property Team of the Year – Boutique
2026Insights & Media
Residential Property Investment: Opportunities and Risks in 2026
In this practical post-event webinar, Myerson Solicitors and a panel of expert guest speakers explored the key legal, financial and ethical considerations shaping residential property investment in 2026. Bringing together specialists in law, residential sales, mortgage advice and investment management, the session provided practical guidance on...
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Buying a High-Value Property: Legal Risks You Cannot Afford to Overlook
When purchasing a high-value property, the financial stakes are significantly higher than those of a standard property. Therefore, it is fundamental that you instruct a diligent solicitor who will conduct ongoing due diligence checks. Our High Value Conveyancing Lawyers explore the various factors you need to consider to ensure that the...
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UK Budget 2025: Announcement Round-Up & Expert Analysis
Rachel Reeves has just delivered her second Budget since becoming Chancellor. However, the build-up to the statement was unusual this year. Many measures were announced in advance, and a large portion of the details were revealed early by accident when the Office for Budget Responsibility mistakenly published its forecast. Despite the early...
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Why Do I Have To Pay Service Charges On My Freehold House?
Service charge payments are historically associated with leasehold properties, such as flats, in which leaseholders will pay a service charge to cover the cost of maintaining the building and its common areas. It is becoming a lot more common for freehold houses on new build developments or private estates to also be subject to service charges...
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Demystifying Leasehold Transactions: What Every Buyer and Seller Needs to Know
If you are buying or selling a property, one of the first questions you are likely to ask is: "How long will the transaction take?" Whilst every transaction is unique, leasehold sales and purchases generally take longer to complete than freehold transactions. Connells Estate Agency Group reported last month that “average transaction times have...
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House-Moving Season is Here: Are Your Documents Prepared?
In the UK property market, certain times of the year have consistently proven to be more advantageous for buyers and sellers based on increased buyer activity, the appeal of properties and market conditions. Amongst these busy periods, spring has been deemed the unofficial “prime season” for selling property. Our Residential Property Solicitors...
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What Happens to the Family Home When Someone Dies? The Questions No One Asks Soon Enough
The Family Home is often your prime asset, but also the one that causes the most confusion. From a residential property perspective, its succession depends on how it is owned and frequently issues only arise when it needs to be sold or transferred. It is prudent to understand the legal terminology and the conveyancing process now to make your...
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Ground Rent Cap 2026: What the Leasehold Reform Changes Mean for Homeowners
On 27 January 2026, the government announced a major shake-up of the leasehold system. Under the proposals set out in the draft Leasehold and Commonhold Reform Bill , Ground Rents will be capped at £250 per year for existing leasehold homes in England and Wales. This move aims to make homeownership fairer, more transparent and more affordable...
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Residential Property Sales: What the New TA6 Form Means for You
The TA6, known as the Property Information Form, is completed by sellers to provide buyers with a comprehensive overview of the property before contracts are exchanged. It should be accompanied by documentation collated by vendors, including consents, installation certificates and guarantees. After considering the widespread feedback from over...
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New Year, New Property? What to Know Before Selling Your Home in 2026
A new year often brings new opportunities, and the UK property market is no exception. For many people, once January arrives, house-hunting can feel like the “natural next step”. To recap, 2025 proved rather turbulent. The return to pre-pandemic stamp duty levels in April 2025 led to higher upfront costs for many purchasers, as tax became payable...
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Budget 2025: Why Now Is a Critical Time to Consider Incorporating Your Property Business
The 2025 Autumn Budget introduced key changes across the property landscape. Whilst it was widely rumoured that Stamp Duty would be abolished, capital gains tax would be payable on the sale of your primary residence, and there would be changes to national insurance payable on rental income, the Budget did not introduce these changes. Instead, the...
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Budget 2025: Mansion Tax Explained
On 26 th November 2025, Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, announced a new ‘Mansion Tax’ for properties valued over £2 million in England. The annual charge will be added on top of the existing council tax and will increase depending on the value of the property, with four separate bands. At Myerson, we are alive to how this tax could...
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The Biggest Shake-Up to the Home Buying Process in History?
On 6th October 2025 , the government unveiled the “biggest shake-up” to the home buying system. The aim? To fix the seemingly ‘broken’ process. At present, it takes an average of 120 days to complete the legal transaction from when a buyer’s offer is accepted. Property transactions have increased by 60% since 2007 ; however, 1 in 3 transactions...
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Climate Change Risks: What Every Property Buyer Needs to Know
Climate change is no longer a ‘distant concern’. It is on our doorstep and is impacting the residential property industry. Following our review of the recent Law Society’s Practice and Technical Note on Climate Change , our Residential Property Solicitors have set out below some matters of particular concern and outlined a non-exhaustive list of...
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Celebrating Wellbeing at Work Week – Putting People First in Conveyancing
The Conveyancing Foundation’s Wellbeing at Work Week is taking place from the 6 th -10 th October, aiming to champion mental health and wellbeing in the conveyancing sector. LawCare’s Life in the Law Survey 2020/21 highlights the importance of this, finding that 69% of legal professionals had experienced mental ill-health. Having been recently...
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Understanding SDLT: Lessons From The Angela Rayner Case
Paying your Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) liability is a key part of the conveyancing process in England, and it has come under the spotlight in recent weeks. The increased attention on Labour Deputy Leader Angela Rayner’s property affairs has sparked wide public interest in how property transactions are taxed and the rules that govern them. Our...
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Everything You Need To Know About Buying A Second Home
Do you aspire to purchase a second home? According to the English Housing Survey , 2.1 million households reported having at least one additional property, and the trend is not slowing. At Myerson, we recognise the difference between purchasing a primary residence and an additional property. We aim to deliver clear, concise and tailored legal...
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‘Mad March’ Is Over: What’s Next For The Residential Property Market?
Once the stamp duty land tax deadline of 31 March 2025 passed, Residential Property solicitors in England felt a universal wave of relief. In theory, it marked the end of ‘Mad March’, a month marked by a record number of completions. However, in reality, the residential property market has remained resilient and shows no signs of slowing down. At...
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Buying a Leasehold Property - What You Need To Know
Buying a home is an exciting milestone, but if you are planning to leasehold property, it’s important to do your homework. Make sure you understand exactly what you're buying, how the legal title is structured, how that could affect your rights, and what you can do with the property in the future. Our Residential Property Solicitors explain what...
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£32.5 Million Mansion, Moths, and Misrepresentation: A Cautionary Tale for Sellers
On 10 February 2025, the highly anticipated judgment, regarding alleged misrepresentations of a moth infested £32.5 million pound mansion, reached its climax. Legal professionals and the wider public alike gasped at the outcome and continue to speculate how it will shape future sales. Our Residential Property Solicitors discuss the case of Iya...
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Two-Year Rule For Lease Extensions And Enfranchisement Abolished
An important step has been taken toward giving leaseholders more rights to extend their lease or buy the freehold of their house. Leaseholders can now start this process without having owned their property for two years. The rule, previously part of legacy legislation, was approved in the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024. Campaign groups...
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Can I Buy My First Home Ahead Of The Stamp Duty Land Tax Changes On 1 April 2025?
If you're a first-time buyer, now might be the perfect time to step onto the property ladder before the Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) changes take effect on 1 April 2025. In this guide our expert Residential Property Solicitors explain how the upcoming changes might affect you and how we can help you secure your first home without delay.
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The Autumn Budget: What Does This Mean for Stamp Duty Land Tax?
Following the Autumn Budget on 30 October 2024, solicitors and residential property purchasers have been acclimatising to the new stamp duty land tax rules. Our Residential Property Solicitors explore what the new SDLT rules could mean for you.
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Can I Gift My Property To My Children?
Before you gift your home to a loved one, it is wise to discuss the complexities and risks with a solicitor. At Myerson, our Private Client and Residential Property Teams are experienced in providing bespoke advice in this area and have outlined their key considerations below.
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What Factors Do I Need To Consider When Instructing a Residential Property Solicitor?
Your choice of legal representation is fundamental when buying or selling a property. Laura Higgins, a Residential Property Solicitor at Myerson Solicitors, outlines key factors to consider.
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Buying a Residential Property at Auction
A property auction is a popular method for a prospective buyer to purchase a property due to the speed and security it offers compared to the standard conveyancing process. There are two types of property auctions – a Traditional Auction and a Modern Auction – and our Residential Property Lawyers explore both in this blog.
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