Business Details
Award-Winning Legal Services in Leeds
Established as an award-winning law firm, we provide comprehensive legal advice to businesses and individuals across the UK. Our approach prioritises personal relationships, ensuring clients receive tailored solutions aligned with their goals and budgets. With expertise spanning commercial law, dispute resolution, real estate, and private client matters, we serve SMEs, PLCs, multinationals, charities, and individuals. Our collaborative team combines sector-specific knowledge with pragmatic advice, enabling clients to navigate complex legal challenges with confidence.Recognised in The Times Best Law Firms 2024 and 2025, we maintain a strong reputation for innovation, client-centric service, and national recognition. Our commitment to transparency includes upfront cost discussions and flexible service structures, ensuring accessibility without compromising quality. Clients benefit from our extensive network of trusted advisers, positioning us as a strategic partner for both business growth and personal wealth management.
Services
Commercial services
Debt recovery
Corporate advice
Dispute resolution
Property litigation
Employment law
Planning
Tax
Succession planning
Education and charities
Highlights and features
- Award-winning team with over 25 years' experience in complex legal matters
- Collaborative approach ensuring tailored solutions from cross-disciplinary experts
- Transparent pricing structures with upfront cost agreements
- Recognised in The Times Best Law Firms 2024 and 2025
- Extensive network of trusted industry professionals for holistic client support
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Award-winning team
Excellent service
Proactive solutions
Strong collaboration
Technical expertise
Services
Commercial services
We provide comprehensive commercial legal advice covering contracts, risk management, and business transactions. Our team supports clients through growth phases, mergers, and complex corporate structures. With sector-specific expertise, we deliver strategic solutions that align with commercial objectives while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements.
Dispute resolution
Our dispute resolution specialists handle complex commercial conflicts with a focus on efficient outcomes. We represent clients in negotiations, mediations, and court proceedings, prioritising cost-effective resolutions. The team's experience spans contractual disputes, shareholder conflicts, and high-value litigation across multiple industries.
Property litigation
We offer expert guidance on property-related legal matters including transactions, development disputes, and landlord-tenant conflicts. Our services cover commercial property acquisitions, construction issues, and planning regulations. Clients benefit from our technical knowledge and practical approach to property law challenges.
Employment law
Our employment law team advises businesses and individuals on workplace matters including contracts, disputes, and regulatory compliance. We provide support for disciplinary procedures, redundancies, and employment tribunal representation. The service includes tailored HR training programs for corporate clients.
Succession planning
We help individuals and business owners prepare for future asset transfers through wills, trusts, and tax-efficient strategies. Our services include Lasting Power of Attorney arrangements and deputyship appointments. The team works closely with financial advisers to create comprehensive succession plans for personal and business assets.
Questions
What areas of law does Schofield Sweeney specialise in?
We specialise in commercial law, dispute resolution, real estate, employment law, tax, succession planning, and education/charity sectors.
Are your legal fees transparent and upfront?
Yes, we provide clear cost discussions and agree on upfront fees where possible, ensuring complete transparency throughout our engagement.
How do you handle complex legal challenges?
Our collaborative team combines sector expertise with lateral thinking to deliver innovative solutions for complex commercial and private client matters.
Do you work with businesses outside Yorkshire?
Yes, we provide legal services to clients across the UK, with offices in Leeds, Bradford, Huddersfield, and London.
What recognition has the firm received?
Recognised in The Times Best Law Firms 2024 and 2025, with multiple awards including Employer of the Year and Northern Employer Partner.
Reviews (3)
Jonathan Le Billon
Oct 29, 2019
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Did everything I needed: Kept me informed where necessary. Advanced the process efficiently. Resolved issues from other side professionally. Top marks.
Ryan Ackroyd
Jun 24, 2019
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If youre buying or selling a house and are considering Schofield Sweeney, I would highly recommend the services of Charlotte Taylor. Shes extremely proactive, knowledgable, makes complicated legal information easy to digest and is all round great to work with. Moving house is never straight forward but Charlotte makes the whole process clear and enjoyable. Should I move house in the future, I wouldnt think twice about utilising her services again. Thanks, Charlotte!
Mave
Sep 15, 2017
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I am currently doing work experience here, and the clients and solicitors are very nice. I am in the IT department and I am happy to experience the future of work in this place here in Bradford.
