Schofield Sweeney

Schofield Sweeney is a full-service commercial law firm founded in 1998, advising businesses and individuals across the United Kingdom from offices in Leeds, Bradford and Huddersfield. Its practice covers corporate and commercial law, employment, real estate, dispute resolution and private wealth, alongside niche strengths in environmental and regulatory law and Islamic finance. The firm also acts in education law, including supporting schools through academy conversion. Sixteen of its practice areas were ranked in the Legal 500 2027 Edition.

Work spans a range of industry sectors, including commercial clients, private clients, education, environmental matters and financial services. In corporate and commercial work the firm advises on transactions including complex mergers; private wealth instructions include family succession planning. The stated approach to advice is clear, pragmatic and high-quality.

The firm describes itself as operating a “More than law” philosophy, with commitments to charitable, social and environmental causes and to employee wellbeing and inclusivity. It has been named a Times Best Law Firm and a Sunday Times Best Place to Work.