Switalskis reinforces its family law team with strategic appointments at its Wakefield and Huddersfield offices.
- Sumaiyah Mohammad, a newly qualified solicitor, joins the Wakefield team, bringing extensive experience in family law.
- Taylor McDonald takes on a role as a family paralegal in Huddersfield, aiming to support the growing team efficiently.
- These appointments are designed to address the increasing demand for family law services across West Yorkshire.
- The Switalskis team, known for its Legal 500 ranking, now consists of 13 family law professionals.
Switalskis, a distinguished law firm, has strategically expanded its family law team by appointing a new solicitor and a paralegal to its Wakefield and Huddersfield offices. These appointments come at a crucial time, enabling the firm to effectively manage the rising demand for family law services throughout West Yorkshire. The newly appointed professionals bring significant experience and enthusiasm to their roles, enhancing the firm’s capacity to serve its clients effectively.
Sumaiyah Mohammad, who qualified as a family solicitor in 2023, has been welcomed into the Wakefield team. Her background as a family law paralegal over the past four years equips her with invaluable insights and expertise. She achieved her Masters of Law from the University of Manchester in 2018. Sumaiyah is expected to handle complex family law matters both in court settings and through alternative dispute resolution mechanisms. She expressed her gratitude and eagerness to advance her career at Switalskis, stating: ‘I’ve been in family law for four years and have always found it incredibly rewarding. I’m looking forward to this next stage of my career.’
Taylor McDonald joins the Huddersfield team as a family paralegal, promising to provide comprehensive support to the family solicitors. With a Masters of Law (exempting) obtained from Northumbria University in 2023 and two years of practical experience, Taylor is poised to make significant contributions to the team. She remarked: ‘I am really excited to be part of the family team and learning a new area of law. This is a great opportunity for me to expand my skills.’ Her role is pivotal in streamlining the firm’s operations as it deals with a diverse range of family law issues.
Clare Peckett, director and head of family law at Switalskis, has articulated the strategic importance of these appointments, observing that both Sumaiyah and Taylor bring a fervent enthusiasm and dedication to forging significant careers in family law. Peckett emphasised the firm’s commitment to maintaining its high standards and responsiveness to client needs, a strategy that these new appointments are set to bolster.
The family law team at Switalskis is well-recognised in the legal community, holding a prestigious Legal 500 ranking. It now consists of 13 professionals dedicated to family law, stationed across its South and West Yorkshire offices. This expansion ensures that Switalskis continues to deliver exceptional legal services to its clientele, reinforcing its position as a leader in the field.
These strategic appointments underline Switalskis’ commitment to enhancing its family law services across West Yorkshire.
