Expert medical negligence solicitors at Switalskis have warned that continued reports of women feeling unheard in healthcare point to “a deeply concerning and persistent issue” that, in some cases, is leading to avoidable and life-changing harm.

Emma qualified as a Solicitor in 2013.She is a Solicitor in our Medical Negligence team. Emma has a level 2 qualification in counselling skills.
Switalskis Solicitors Ltd
Floor 9 West Village, 114 Wellington Street
Leeds
LS1 1BA
Emma deals with all aspects of medical negligence claims. This includes:
Emma is a Trustee of the Schinzel-Giedion Syndrome Foundation, a charity which she helped to form along with other parents of children diagnosed with this ultra-rare condition. The charity aims to fund research into therapies and treatments which will help to extend the lives of children born with the SGS.
Emma enjoys delving into the intricate details of medical negligence cases to get a thorough understanding of all aspects of a claim. She is a good listener with a professional qualification in counselling skills. She is able to empathise with clients who have experienced a significant and life-changing event and has deep empathy for the wider impact this can have on the whole family.
"I don’t even know how to thank Emma for everything. Her empathy and understanding helped me so much during a difficult time. Emma would answer my questions by email or phone straight."
Medical Negligence Client
"Emma was incredibly kind and helpful during the whole process. She explained things clearly and always kept us informed. We felt very supported by Emma throughout the case."
Medical Negligence Client


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