Schofield Sweeney is a multi-award-winning law firm providing comprehensive legal services across the UK, with offices in Leeds, Bradford, and Huddersfield. Specializing in both commercial and private client matters, the firm is recognized for its innovative problem-solving, strategic expertise, and commitment to client-centered service, earning a place in The Times Best Law Firms 2024.
With over 25 years of experience, the firm serves a diverse clientele including business owners, individuals, charities, and educational institutions. Their collaborative, sector-focused approach ensures tailored solutions for complex transactions, contentious issues, and succession planning. The team is noted for responsiveness, commercial clarity, and handling high-profile and national cases with a practical cost structure.
Services Offered
- Construction & engineering
- Corporate law
- Dispute resolution
- Property litigation
- Debt recovery
- Education and charities
- Academy conversion
- Employment law
- Settlement agreements
- Business immigration
- HR health checks
- Environmental & regulatory compliance
- Waste management
- Health and safety
- Flooding and drainage
- Local authority enforcement
- Shotgun and firearm licensing
- Business crime
- Government coronavirus loans – fraud investigations
- Animal welfare
- Driving offences
- Energy & natural resources
- Biodiversity Net Gain
- Restructuring & insolvency
- Inheritance and trust disputes
- Islamic finance
- Secured real estate & banking
- Planning law
- Wills, trust & probate
- Succession planning
- Inheritance Tax Planning
- LPA and deputyship
- Stamp duty land tax
- Real estate
- Residential property
- Tax advisory
The firm operates across the UK, with additional support from a London office, and is proficient in handling both individual and business legal needs in English. Recognized with awards including Employment Law Team of the Year 2025 and the Diversity, Inclusion and Equality Award, Schofield Sweeney is a trusted advisor for complex and sensitive legal matters.
