Schofield Sweeney > Bradford, England > Firm Profile

‘Never any bother and always available for the clients.’

‘Karen Crutchley has been strong in dealing with a large group of lawyers and has resolved all issues in a timely manner.’

‘Everyone we speak to on a professional-to-professional basis make the complicated seem rudimentary and therefore digestible. Everyone is just really nice.’

‘Personal touch and memory of personal facts. Simon Glazebrook is my personal go-to. He really is great to know, highly intelligent and personable to professionals and clients alike. His ability to make complicated matters understandable is second to none. He stands out above other lawyers I have dealt with before in terms of his intellect and ability to apply that in a useable format.’

‘Schofield Sweeney punches above its weight when it comes to clients and expertise. Their team has a huge amount of experience when it comes to high net worth individuals and the solicitors and partners in the team carry significant experience and technical ability.’

‘Simon Glazebrook has a particular affability and skill set for high net worth individuals. Incredibly capable and a trusted adviser, John Feaster is an expert in Private Client matters and huge expertise in Stamp Duty Land Tax.’

‘Simon Glazebrook provides a great client service, deals with difficult parties extremely well and helps to actively progress matters.’

‘Simon Glazebrook is a pleasure to work with. His friendly approachable manner immediately builds confidence with a client and his advice is clear and pragmatic. Highly recommended.’

‘Duncan Watson – exceptional lawyer and a lovely manner with clients.’

‘Experts at dealing with HNW clients and advising on complex trust structures. At the same time very personable, client-friendly and fair on costs.’

‘The team is efficient, very knowledgeable, with exceptional customer service standards and the quality of advice is of a consistently high standard.’

‘Simon Shepherd is the main trust point of contact. He is a very helpful, highly knowledgeable and friendly person who offers advice without any hint of condescension.’

‘Schofield Sweeney’s solicitor team stands out for its exceptional combination of expertise, innovation, and client-focused approach.’

‘The team at Schofield Sweeney have quickly understood our needs. I believe their support and innovative solutions position them as leaders in the field, making them the preferred choice for those seeking a progressive, client-focused legal partner. ’

‘‘The individuals at Schofield Sweeney, particularly the contracts team led by Karen Crutchley and Caprice Coulson, have played a pivotal role in our business’s rapid growth.’

‘Always available and always come back to you very quickly, no matter how complex the problem. The advice offered is pragmatic.’

‘Simon Shepherd is an outstanding practitioner. He understands the needs of the organisation and the people within it. His advice is clear, concise, unambiguous and pragmatic. I cannot rate him highly enough. ’

‘The firm’s response and Craig Burman’s constructive help were speedy, excellent and courteous. In fact, an outstanding model of behavior by any firm.’

‘Craig Burman stood out for the speed in which he absorbed and analysed the facts and legal implications of the problems presented to him and his succinct and articulate explanation of the possible responses to the problems. His courteous manner, personal attention throughout, and his personal follow-up of the case to ensure everything had been properly settled.’

‘Accessibility and insight, which is unique within the environmental law market.’

‘Craig Burnam – experience as both regulator and client advocate is unique. Really approachable, nicest guy you will ever meet.’

‘They are an exceptional law firm who provide advice based on a wealth of practical and often industry-based knowledge. They are simply more commercially minded than other law firms.’

‘Craig Burman is an outstanding environmental lawyer and others can’t compare to his vast knowledge and experience with waste matters.’

‘The quality across a wide range of disciplines makes it an ideal one-stop shop for clients seeking a number of disciplines.’

‘Over the past 15 years my corporate advisory firm has engaged several law firms as legal advisors on corporate transactions. Schofield Sweeney has consistently stood head and shoulders above other law firms. The strength and depth of the corporate, employment, property and tax teams has been demonstrated on several business sales that we have concluded together.’

‘David Strachan’s vast experience, calm persona and light-hearted approach is highly respected when dealing with clients and other legal professionals.’

‘The team is extremely responsive and deals with matters in a very timely fashion.’

‘They are very helpful and quick to respond. Where it is required, they are able to bring in experts in a particular field. Mike Cantwell is our main contact and looks after us very well.’

‘The team at Schofield Sweeney is approachable and knowledgeable. They always deliver within agreed timeframes and at an affordable, commercial rate.’

‘As a firm, Schofield Sweeney are easy to deal with; they deal with matters in a straightforward manner that is easy for a client to understand. Michael Cantwell in particular has a pragmatic approach and listens to the needs and concerns of the client, then endeavours to match a solution to those concerns.’

‘David Strachan is excellent at detail but also commercial and supportive in terms of bigger picture and strategic issues. Friendly, reliable and supportive.’

‘Their commercial litigation team is doing top-quality regional litigation work, and London litigation work, from Leeds with a lean team. They really benefit from strong leadership and the small team enables them to deliver a case to trial (if necessary) in a focused way and with complete knowledge of the factual detail.’

‘Leo Jones-Rowe is a standout individual. He has the polish and confidence to match those I encounter in top-end national litigation – he is someone you can put in a room to negotiate with a major law firm and expect to come out on top.’

‘A thoroughly capable litigation team.’

‘Simon Lucas has the perfect balance of legal knowledge and client skills.’

‘Very pragmatic advice and results-oriented.’

‘They work well together as a team, but with one person fronting up to the client and taking responsibility. Rare in the legal industry.’

‘Manjit Virdee does exactly what he says he’s going to do for his clients. He delegates work to his team but ensures the client is in the loop at all times.’

‘Really impressive commercial and legal nous – ability to handle large cases with calmness and genuine capability – flexible in responding to client needs.’

‘Richard Fergusson is an excellent and experienced litigation lawyer, and also very capable in non-contentious matters. Great rapport with clients and a solid commercial judgment. Deals with complex litigation in a user-friendly and committed manner ’

‘Jo Smith continues to provide an excellent service through Schofield Sweeney.’

‘Great team which has done some fantastic work for us.’

‘The team at Schofield Sweeney are extremely hard-working, competent and personable. They remain extremely personable, positive, clear in their advice and communications, and pragmatic.’

‘Their strength is in their enthusiasm, optimism, and calm in what can often be challenging and under-pressure situations. Zoe Oates, a partner at the firm, is very hands-on, a great communicator, and goes above and beyond to get deals over the line.’

‘The team has significant experience, technical knowledge and ability and is collaborative in its approach when working with clients. The firm listens to its clients and works together to find the right solution.’

‘Richard Fergusson is a highly experienced, knowledgeable lawyer with a great reputation. He is always approachable and works closely with clients to find the right strategy and isn’t afraid to change course where required. It feels like you are working together as a team when working with Richard.’

‘The presence of Nazia Nawaz would make any team in which she works that of very top quality.’

‘My experience of Nazia Nawaz is nothing short of excellence in her field of work. She went above and beyond her expertise to support me as her client. Her manner and knowledge is outstanding, and her ability to identify and summarise the importance of specific details and how they relate to a situation is remarkable.’

‘The team are compassionate, knowledgeable and exceptionally gifted. I felt totally supported throughout a difficult time. The team understood the issues were responsive to my individual needs provided sound and empathetic advice.’

‘Nazia Nawaz has unparalleled knowledge and exceptional client skills striking the perfect balance between empathy and professionalism. Her strategic approach was fully explained, providing the comfort and support required throughout the process.’

‘Nazia Nawaz was my solicitor, I found her very efficient in every thing she did for me regarding my case. I felt very confident in her abilities as my solicitor. She has a lovely personality which makes you feel at ease when discussing personal issues.’

‘The team is now headed by Nazia Nawaz who is a highly experienced and well regarded practitioner.’

‘Nazia Nawaz combines experience and legal knowledge with great client handling skills.’

‘The team are very approachable and keep you up to date with all aspects of the work that they are carrying out on your behalf.’

‘An all-practicing law firm fit for all sizes of businesses from SME’s to large multinationals. Provide clients with relationship and trusted advisor service.’

‘The commercial property team is first class. Worked closely with Manjit Virdee, Pardeep Khela and Amraj Boparai whose experience, expertise, commerciality and availability stands them out from a competitive sector.’

‘The team is very experienced, has a good number of people and they are excellent on transacting on deals with strong communication throughout. The firm has a solid culture, and they are very passionate about the work they do. As a client, I feel valued, and they always provide fantastic customer service at all times.’

‘The whole team is exceptional from top down. Manjit Virdee is very well experienced in real estate finance, well connected in the network and always goes the extra mile on transactions. Manjit is excellent with his customer service, provides proactive communication and always pick up the phone to ensure matters are moved forward quickly and efficiently. Manjit is a pleasure to deal with.’

‘Schofield Sweeney are diligent and can be relied upon to deliver positive outcomes.’

‘The individuals I have worked with are professional but personable, always keep in touch and return phone calls/emails and deliver within an agreed timescale.’

‘Always approachable, and wide knowledge base.’

‘Amanda Beresford – excellent solicitor and highly recommended. Amanda is always available to give inciteful and useful advice. All work is completed to a high standard and turned around quickly and efficiently. This makes her my go-to solicitor for all planning related matters.’

‘In our experience, Schofield Sweeney have offered an excellent service, delivering what they promise in a timely manner.’

‘We have worked closely with Amanda Beresford on a couple of projects. She has proven to be diligent and knowledgeable. Amanda has been excellent at keeping everyone focused and on the same page, enabling us to get on with our day jobs confident that everything is in hand.’

‘Proactive, understanding goals, straight forward.’

‘Amanda Beresford organises and keeps other consultants we require moving and focused on our goals. She takes the workload away and keeps me up to speed when it is needed.’

‘Emily Ibberson is proactive, and good at spotting potential problems before they arise, and seeking advice or engaging with clients on how to resolve them. Emily is great at keeping you updated, and not afraid to get in touch to pass on new information, or to discuss the issues in a case. Richard Jobes has a great grasp of legal issues but is also very pragmatic and understands commercial implications of litigation.’

‘Richard Jobes is a serious player who oozes competence and is a calm understated litigator.’

‘Hannah Cullen was easy and helpful to deal with. Her communication was fantastic: With prompt replies, and well considered responses. The work and research she did also seemed strong. And she presented a very competent defence. I couldn’t have asked for a better solicitor, or outcome.’

‘Small but mighty. They understand the need for brevity and a commercial approach and have an understanding of how retail clients need to interact with one and other. The team at Schofield Sweeney provides sensible advice on resolving issues and tries to avoid contested litigation at all costs.’

‘Richard Jobes is a sensible, pragmatic, and concise property litigation lawyer. I have had the pleasure of working with Richard Jobes at Schofield Sweeney and his expertise in the field is excellent. I’ve quickly come to trust Richard and his style. His attention to detail and ability to navigate complex legal issues are truly impressive, and he has always been responsive and proactive in his approach.’

‘Richard Innes, Tom Jackson and Richard Jobes have a wealth of knowledge and are very pragmatic and commercial when it comes to leasing negotiations.’

‘Richard Jobes – reliable and competent hands.’

‘The work has primarily been undertaken by Emily Ibberson who is and continues to be very efficient & communicative. We would highly recommend her services to others.’

‘The team provide expert legal advice that is relevant to clients working in education.’

‘Simon Shepherd is an outstanding practitioner. His advice is considered, clear, unambiguous and pragmatic. He understands the organisation and the people within it.’

‘Annie Gray was exceptional through multiple situations. Annie was readily available for questions, prompt in her replies and clear in her guidance. We felt fully supported and understood that Annie’s position was to ensure we understood the broader potential ramifications of making certain decisions, which she did very well.’

‘Brilliant to work with. Always available and offer sound, pragmatic advice.’