Switalskis has bolstered its commercial property team with the hiring of two new solicitors.
- Amber Gray and George Mallinson join Switalskis, each bringing over four years of experience.
- The appointments enhance Switalskis’ presence in Yorkshire, with offices in Leeds, Bradford, and Knaresborough.
- Amber Gray, based in Knaresborough, has a background in property transactions for lenders and developers.
- George Mallinson will operate in Bradford and Leeds, specialising in a wide range of property types.
Switalskis has strategically expanded its commercial property team by appointing solicitors Amber Gray and George Mallinson, aimed at enhancing its legal services across Yorkshire, particularly in Leeds, Bradford, and Knaresborough. This move signifies Switalskis’ commitment to strengthening its foothold in the region’s competitive property market.
Amber Gray, who will be stationed at the Knaresborough office, brings a wealth of experience garnered over four years as a paralegal, focusing on property transactions for lenders and developers. Her legal journey, characterised by academic achievements at Northumbria University, has culminated in her recent qualification as a solicitor. She expressed her enthusiasm for joining Switalskis, acknowledging the opportunity to further develop her expertise within the firm’s skilled commercial property team.
In contrast, George Mallinson’s professional experience is rooted in handling an array of transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, and leases. With academic credentials from the University of Liverpool and BPP University, he will be splitting his professional time between the Bradford and Leeds offices. Mallinson’s proficiency encompasses dealing with diverse property types, ranging from office spaces to warehouses, and he is eager to contribute to the firm’s complex commercial property projects.
The head of the commercial property department at Switalskis, Claire Murphy, expressed confidence in the dynamic capabilities of Gray and Mallinson. She highlighted how their expertise aligns with Switalskis’ mission to provide unparalleled legal advice in the commercial property sector. Murphy anticipates that their innovative approach will further enhance the firm’s service delivery, maintaining its high standards of client satisfaction.
Switalskis has recently been distinguished as a ‘Firm to Watch’ in the prestigious Legal 500 guide and celebrated as the Yorkshire Law Firm of the Year (large). It is recognised for handling significant commercial and residential development projects, notably working with major clients such as Lidl and Nando’s, underpinning its prominence in the legal domain.
The addition of Amber Gray and George Mallinson positions Switalskis to deliver even greater service excellence in commercial property law across Yorkshire.
