Since 1995, Switalskis Solicitors has been providing sensible, level-headed legal advice to clients from all walks of life.
One of the fastest-growing legal firms in the North, Switalskis has twice been named Yorkshire Law Firm of the Year (1-30 Partners) (2006 and 2008) and we were highly commended in the Wakefield District Business Awards 2007. We are also top ranked in 2009's Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession.
Accolades like these make Switalskis Solicitors a legal firm you can have confidence in. With branches in Wakefield, Bradford, Leeds, Huddersfield, Halifax and Dewsbury, we are proud to offer the highest quality legal advice and assistance to the people of West Yorkshire and beyond.
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Switalskis acquires Gaunts Solicitors
We are delighted to announce that as of 1st October 2008, Switalskis has acquired long-established Halifax legal firm Gaunts Solicitors. Gaunts Partner, Keith Rhodes, a Wills and Probate specialist, and his staff will relocate to our offices in Halifax's Silver Street in the near future. Switalskis Practice Director, John Durkan, said: "We are looking forward to welcoming the Gaunts team to our Halifax branch. Keith Rhodes and his staff have an excellent reputation in the Halifax area". Read more in our news section.
A New Specialist Motoring Team
How long could you afford to live without your driving licence? If you are facing prosecution for any road traffic or motoring offence, our specialist Motoring Team could help to make the difference between you losing your licence and keeping it! With more than ten solicitors specialising purely in criminal law, our team has a wealth of combined experience in road traffic matters. Visit our Motoring Team home page to find out more.
Affordable Legal Expertise
Did you know that there are a range of ways to pay for your case with Switalskis Solicitors? To help make our services even more affordable, we have introduced a range of payment options, including low-cost and interest free loans, allowing you to spread the cost of your case over a period to suit your budget. Visit our section on funding your case for more information on the different funding options available.
A range of services for elderly clients
Switalskis Solicitors offers a range of services specifically tailored to the requirements of elderly clients. Find out more about how our expert solicitors can help you with benefits advice, mental capacity and mental health issues and a variety of ways to plan for your future by visiting our Elderly Client Services section.
To find out more about Switalskis Solicitors, and how we can help you, click on any of the links in the menu above.
*Switalskis was named Yorkshire Law Firm of the Year 2008 (1-30 Partners) at the Yorkshire Lawyer Awards in September 2008. The firm also held the title in 2006/7.
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latest news
- » 1/7/09: Switalskis makes Wakefield Business of the Year shortlist for a second time
- » 8/6/09: Switalskis to co-host forced marriage seminar
- » 8/5/09: Switalskis wins national family law telephone advice contract
- » 6/5/09: House of Lords hands down judgment in IPP case
- » 24/3/09: Switalskis to appoint one of the UK's first non-lawyer Partners
- » 24/3/09: Wakefield man's carer battle "deserves further judicial consideration"
- » 12/02/09: New Higher Court Advocate for Crime team
- » 06/02/09: High Court case seeks support for independent living for disabled people
- » 26/01/09: Public Law department takes case to House of Lords
- » 26/01/09: Mental health and social care professionals receive crucial training from Switalskis
- » 09/01/09: Head of Prison Law advises prison magazine readers on repatriation rules
- » 13/11/08: Switalskis makes Legal Aid Firm of the Year shortlist
- » 31/10/08: Switalskis awarded LSC Training Contract Grant for 2008
- » 29/10/08: Lynn Melia to train mental health professionals on new Act
- » 16/10/08: Head of Public Law Erica Restall gives comment to BBC on IPP sentencing
- » 16/10/08: Practice Director John Durkan speaks at Law Society Finance Forum
