Switalskis is a Top 200 UK law firm known for combining legal excellence with genuine empathy. For over 30 years, we’ve supported individuals, families, and businesses through some of life’s most difficult moments.
Our award-winning solicitors are recognised leaders in their fields, frequently featured in national media and documentaries for their work securing justice and driving legal change. In 2024, we were proud to be named one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work , reflecting our people-first culture and commitment to client care.
At Switalskis, we offer more than legal advice – we provide support, understanding, and practical guidance tailored to your needs. For individuals and families, that means compassionate help during sensitive legal matters. For businesses, it means sharing our legal expertise to support your growth and success.
Our strong track record, client-focused service, and professional accreditations make us a trusted choice for those seeking reliable, empathetic legal advice across a wide range of practice areas.
We understand that each legal matter is deeply personal and often comes with its own set of emotional and practical challenges. That’s why we offer a range of personal legal services to guide you through these important moments.
We provide advice and support to legal challenges faced by businesses. We combine our wealth of experience with a personal touch to bring you clear, compassionate and authoritative legal assistance on a number of business legal matters.
We extend a helping hand in navigating the complex area of claims arising from life-altering circumstances. With a blend of expertise and compassion, we stand by your side to provide the necessary legal advice to seek the compensation to which you’re rightfully entitled.
Switalskis Solicitors has welcomed the decision by South Yorkshire Police (SYP) to transfer its investigation into allegations of child sexual abuse, corruption, and the facilitation of abuse by former officers to the National Crime Agency (NCA).
Switalskis has added two new directors to its acclaimed medical negligence team, enhancing its ability to support clients across East Yorkshire, Lincolnshire and the North East.
Sarah Myatt, Solicitor Advocate and legal representative for Peter Sullivan, has spoken to Phil McCann at the BBC about the government’s proposed uplift in compensation for victims of miscarriages of justice.
Switalskis child abuse compensation team has been working with survivors of the Rotherham grooming scandal for over a decade. During that time, our solicitors have repeatedly heard allegations not only of abuse by local gangs but also by South Yorkshire Police officers.
When a child is injured in a road traffic accident, the effects can go far beyond the initial trauma. Injuries during early development can have lasting consequences, physically, emotionally, and financially.
Workplace injuries are all too common in physically demanding roles, particularly where employers fall short of their legal duty to provide adequate training and a safe system of work.
In November 2018, baby Leo Thomson was born prematurely by emergency caesarean section at Calderdale Royal Hospital in Halifax. Tragically, Leo died just one day later at Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice in Huddersfield, after suffering brain damage at birth.
Experience days, whether it’s a helicopter ride, race car driving, or a hot air balloon flight, are popular in the UK as unique gifts and leisure activities.
A career at Switalskis means being part of a firm that cares and is here for you. One of our big goals is to be a great place to work, and we really strive to achieve that.
I'm delighted that we've once again been recognised as one of The Sunday Times 2025 Best Places to Work. We’ve been recognised in the ‘Best Big Organisations’ category, that's companies with 250 to 1,999 employees. Out of the 115 organisations selected in this group, just seven are law firms and only three of those, including Switalskis, are proudly based in Yorkshire.
To put that into context, there are almost 10,000 regulated law firms in the UK – and only 24 across all categories made this year’s list. That makes our achievement something truly special.
Switalskis is a firm that’s going places. We’re dynamic and progressive, and we never stand still. We have previously been crowned Large Firm of the Year at the Yorkshire Legal Awards and named in the top 50 fastest-growing companies in Yorkshire in the Yorkshire Growth Index.
Julie GuestHead of People
I enjoy hybrid working. When I am in the office, I use this as time to speak with colleagues about their thoughts on cases and anything relevant within the news for example, a judgment. When I am at home, I use this time to complete detailed pieces of work without the distraction of the office. I’m also able to get out on a lunch time to walk my Sproodle!
I’ve always known I wanted to help people but ruled out several professions before deciding on law. The first seat of my training contract was in commercial property, working between the Leeds and Knaresborough offices. I found the work very interesting especially drafting documents. I recently moved to the clinical negligence team, for my second seat, which I am finding both stimulating and challenging. Since joining, my integration into Switalskis has been seamless as everyone has been very welcoming and inviting. I think it helped that I often brought in brownies and cakes that I’d baked!
Switalskis is an award-winning law firm. We believe in helping all our clients, both individual and business, to achieve the very best outcomes and to be always treated fairly.
We handle your personal legal matters with warmth and compassion, offering considerate support to provide an excellent personal service.
Our inquisitive approach enables us to understand your business legal challenges providing astute, commercially-minded solutions.
Our determination drives us to secure the best possible outcome for your claim with a caring and thorough approach.
Contact us today. Call us on 0800 1380 458 or get in touch via our form.
Switalskis Solicitors has welcomed the decision by South Yorkshire Police (SYP) to transfer its investigation into allegations of child sexual abuse, corruption, and the facilitation of abuse by former officers to the National Crime Agency (NCA).
When a child is injured in a road traffic accident, the effects can go far beyond the initial trauma. Injuries during early development can have lasting consequences, physically, emotionally, and financially.
Switalskis has added two new directors to its acclaimed medical negligence team, enhancing its ability to support clients across East Yorkshire, Lincolnshire and the North East.
The loss of a baby is one of the most heart breaking experiences a family can endure. When that loss is caused by medical negligence, it raises serious concerns about the standard of care provided.