Charlotte is a Solicitor in our Criminal Law team, based in Leeds.
charlotte.henshall@switalskis.com
Switalskis Solicitors Ltd
Floor 9 West Village, 114 Wellington Street
Leeds
LS1 1BA
Charlotte is a solicitor in our Criminal law team.
Charlotte practices across multiple areas of criminal law, with a particular specialisism in criminal road traffic matters, including proposed disqualifications, exceptional hardship applications, dangerous driving (causing serious injury) and so on. She also assists clients facing criminal charges including but not limited to, assaults (particularly on emergency workers), dishonesty offences such as theft and burglary and stalking / controlling and coercive behaviour.
Charlotte is highly experienced in working with vulnerable clients and those with complex personal circumstances, including mental health needs. As Charlotte has previous experience working in the Crown Court, she can explain and reassure clients regarding the court processes and procedures.
She has had previous seats within the Commercial Property team, and with the Personal Injury team, where she worked with a number of fee earners on claims involving RTAs, occupiers' liability, product liability, accidents at work and accidents in public places.
Charlotte is a member of Leeds Junior Lawyer Division, and has volunteered at the Leeds Beckett Law Clinic and Citizens Advice bureau in Barnsley.
Charlotte is empathetic and proactive in any work undertaken. Taking time to understand and delve deep into the task to ensure all options are explored to ensure the best, most appropriate outcomes.
Charlotte recovered £18,000 compensation for a client who sustained a blow to his head with laceration along with bruising, contusion and a sprain to his left elbow and left shoulder and contusion to the outer of his left thigh and hip after a Road Traffic Accident. Settlement was reached after negotiations took place, securing a better deal for the client.
"Charlotte was very professional. She managed to get the court to throw out the charge and my son was able to answer the original charge which meant he was still able to drive. She met us outside the court to explain to us what was going to happen. She was extremely helpful and knowledgeable."
CRIMINAL LAW CLIENT
"I can’t thank Charlotte enough for her support and guidance throughout my case. From the very beginning she was so patient and understanding. She took the time to explain everything clearly, which really helped put me at ease during a very stressful situation.
Her professionalism and attention to detail were brilliant, I felt fully supported every step of the way. She listened carefully, gave honest advice and worked incredibly hard to achieve the best possible outcome for me.
I’m truly grateful for her help and would highly recommend Switalskis to anyone in need of legal support. Thank you again for everything."CRIMINAL LAW CLIENT
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