Schofield Sweeney‘s growing team works within the firm’s wider private wealth offering and provides expertise in a broad range of contentious probate and trust matters. Nazia Nawaz leads the team, having joined the group in September 2023 from Ramsdens Solicitors LLP, where she was head of department. Nawaz, who is based in Huddersfield, covers will, trust, and estate disputes, as well as farming succession issues.

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  • ‘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.'

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Nazia Nawaz