Thank you for your replies. Taking him at his word, I was refering to his
ability in closing the deal. However the solicitor I dealt with 7 years ago has left the company and set up on his own. Worked for same company I am now delaing with. I will still try and negotiate a reduction in their fees, since current sol. has admitted delays caused by same. Good to know,
deal can go ahead while title is in the long process of being fully registered,
but my faith in this firm has been shaken, so I'm not optimistic it will close anytime soon and all my plans are put on hold.