Henry Hyams

read moreFrom Wednesday 6 January for the duration of the national lockdown we are no longer offering face-to-face meetings at our office unless by exceptional prior arrangement. Most of our staff are working remotely and will continue to deal with all your legal needs via telephone or video link. Leeds Solicitors specialising in property and litigation. Find out more about how we can help you by going to our Legal Services page and selecting Property for a competitive conveyancing quote if you are buying or selling your home, Motoring Offences for representation at court if your driving licence is at risk, or Family Law for expert advice on divorce.

read moreIn 1930 our founder Henry Hyams opened a small office in Leeds to serve the local community. Understanding the difficulties facing ordinary people and businesses he developed a general practice offering legal services with a strong emphasis on justice and fair play. From that small office the business expanded to become a leading legal practice in Leeds city centre, building on an ethos of hard work and client focussed advice. Those core principles upon which Henry Hyams built his practice remain the focus of the service we provide today.

read moreWe know how easy it is for drivers to find themselves before the courts for motoring matters. We know too how important a driving licence is. For many the loss of a licence can cause real suffering and hardship both to livelihoods and families. Even the imposition of a few penalty points can have a dramatic effect on your insurance premiums. We can offer you quick, accurate advice with a view to minimising the impact of these issues. The law in this area is more complex than you might imagine and it is possible there is a technical or procedural defence to the charge against you.

read moreWe believe that it is important that the police are held to account for their actions. If you feel that the police have overstepped the mark in dealing with you we can help you address that. We will look at cases where you believe the police have insufficient evidence to arrest and detain; or use excessive force during arrest. We also work closely with our mental health and prison law departments, bringing claims against hospitals and the prison service in false imprisonment or unlawful detention.

read moreWe are a leading Immigration practice in Leeds. We have run a specialist Immigration Department for over 30 years. Our experience allows us to negotiate the Immigration Rules and provide the best advice for our clients. Immigration law changes frequently. For example, in recent years the introduction of a Points Based System has meant significant changes for migrants who come to the UK to work and study. Specialist advice is essential to successfully navigate the often complex rules and procedures.

read moreAt Henry Hyams we have built up our expertise in all aspects of this specialist field over a period of many years. We have an excellent reputation and many of our cases come from word of mouth. Our team includes members of the Law Society Personal Injury Panel and Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL). When you contact us about an accident, assault or illness we will arrange to take full details from you as quickly as possible. We will visit you at home or in hospital if that is the best way forward.

read moreWhen you are experiencing family or relationship breakdown, it is essential to get clear and prompt advice to help you explore all the options available to you. Based in Leeds, our highly dedicated, experienced and caring team of family law solicitors can provide you with advice and representation to cover every aspect of a family related issue or breakdown. This includes assisting with relationships, whether married or cohabiting, dealing with finances, children and also the opportunity to explore a collaborative law approach.

read moreOne in four people will suffer from a mental health problem at some point in their lives. It is a distressing, anxious and uncertain time not only for those suffering from the problem, but for their friends and family. Henry Hyams can offer advice, assistance and representation to clients detained under the Mental Health Act 1983 as well as their families. We have a team of professionals dedicated to assisting those with difficulties involving mental health law. The team's wide range of experience means that we regularly assist restricted / forensic patients; those who also suffer from learning disabilities; those transferred to secure units from prison and also community patients.