An article I co-authored for Cambridge University Press and the Royal College of Psychiatrists was published this week.
Michael has worked in the legal sector for 30 years. He is a Director and Barrister in our Court of Protection Health and Welfare department.
Switalskis Solicitors Ltd
St James House, 28 Park Place
Leeds
LS1 2SP
Michael provides advice and representation to clients wanting solutions.
His focus includes:
He is a specialist in:
Michael is a member of the Court of Protection Bar Association and he is ranked in the most recent edition of Chambers and Partners, a leading legal directory.
Michael has co-authored numerous articles published in peer reviewed journals concerning medico-legal issues arising in this area of practice. He is the co-author of Dementia & The Law: A Clinician’s Guide (Cambridge University Press, 2023).
Michael is, above all pragmatic, and seeks to find a solution to a problem with a minimum of cost and fuss.
Michael has practised in the field of mental health, capacity and community care law for over 25 years (with relevant experience in the preceding 5 years). He's represented clients with mental health problems of one form or another in the following jurisdictions:
“Michael Kennedy, Leesa Hullah and Alison Kaye are excellent. What shines through is their dedication to putting the wishes and feelings of P first and striving to achieve the best outcome for P.”
THE LEGAL 500
An article I co-authored for Cambridge University Press and the Royal College of Psychiatrists was published this week.