Chambers Review
Switalskis is well known for Court of Protection work, particularly health and welfare matters. The firm has significant expertise in Mental Health Act issues, including launching challenges in cases of deprivation of liberty. It is also adept at providing advice and training to non-profit organisations. Maintaining a significant presence in West Yorkshire and across the North, Switalskis is frequently instructed by the Official Solicitor as well as an array of advocacy services.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Switalskis supports clients very well in difficult circumstances. The team has good understanding of the issues."
"The team respond in a timely manner and are good at explaining things in simple language without legal jargon."
"Switalskis supports clients very well in difficult circumstances. The team has good understanding of the issues."
"The team respond in a timely manner and are good at explaining things in simple language without legal jargon."
Notable Practitioners
Alison Kaye frequently represents individuals lacking capacity in decisions concerning residence and care. She also has experience of complex issues surrounding consent to sexual relations.
"Alison is an amazing lawyer with a real human quality."
"She is very good with clients."
"She is brilliant at managing a team."