Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Leeds Solicitors Since 1930
Established in 1930, Henry Hyams has evolved from a small local practice into a leading legal firm in Leeds. Our founder, Henry Hyams, built the business on principles of justice, fair play, and client-focused advice. Today, we continue this legacy by offering comprehensive legal services across property, litigation, criminal law, family law, immigration, and more. Our team combines decades of collective experience with a commitment to protecting client interests through efficient, caring representation. We prioritise transparency, ethical practice, and tailored solutions for both private and commercial clients. With specialists in regulatory law, motoring offences, and personal injury, we deliver outcomes grounded in deep legal expertise.Our accreditation under the Law Society's Conveyancing Quality Scheme underscores our dedication to excellence. We foster long-term client relationships by maintaining accessibility, responsiveness, and a deep understanding of local legal landscapes. Our management and support teams work seamlessly with solicitors to ensure operational efficiency. Through continuous professional development, we maintain cutting-edge knowledge across evolving legal domains. This enduring focus on quality and client satisfaction has sustained our reputation for over nine decades.
Services
Property Law
Criminal Law
Family Law
Immigration
Wills & Probate
Personal Injury
Regulatory Law
Motoring Offences
Court of Protection
Housing
Details
- Year established: 1930
Highlights and features
- We have over 90 years of combined legal expertise across multiple practice areas
- Our team includes specialists in criminal, family, and property law disciplines
- We are accredited by the Law Society's Conveyancing Quality Scheme
- Client care remains our paramount consideration in all legal matters
- We provide services to both private and commercial clients with equal dedication
Associations and certifications
- Law Society's Conveyancing Quality Scheme
What people say
Better than expected
Faultless service
Sharp intellect
Best possible outcome
Client-focused advice
Services
Property Law
Our property law services cover residential and commercial transactions, including purchases, sales, and remortgages. We handle complex property matters with specialist expertise, ensuring smooth conveyancing processes. Clients benefit from our Law Society-accredited conveyancing standards and dedicated property department support.
Criminal Law
We provide robust criminal defence representation for court proceedings and police investigations. Our solicitors specialise in motoring offences, regulatory prosecutions, and serious criminal cases. With decades of courtroom experience, we protect client rights through strategic legal advocacy and early intervention strategies.
Family Law
Our family law team handles divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, and financial settlements. We approach sensitive family matters with discretion and empathy while maintaining rigorous legal standards. Services include prenuptial agreements and domestic violence protection orders.
Immigration
We offer comprehensive immigration advice for individuals and businesses, including visa applications, asylum claims, and citizenship processes. Our solicitors navigate complex immigration regulations to secure lawful status for clients across personal and corporate matters.
Personal Injury
We represent clients seeking compensation for workplace accidents, road traffic collisions, and public liability claims. Our no-win-no-fee service ensures accessible justice while pursuing maximum damages for injuries sustained through no fault of the claimant.
People
Derek Hallam
Regulatory Lawyer
Qualified solicitor with 50 years' service at Henry Hyams, specialising in regulatory law. Former managing partner and West Yorkshire Trading Standards prosecutor. Continues part-time legal work alongside wine tasting events.
Jane Cooper
Former Partner
Respected criminal defence solicitor who joined Henry Hyams in 1996. Became partner in 2002, shaping legal practice until retirement in 2024. Remembered for courtroom excellence and compassionate client representation before passing in August 2025.
Questions
What legal services do you offer?
We provide property law, criminal defence, family law, immigration, personal injury, regulatory law, and motoring offence services to private and commercial clients.
Do you handle emergency legal matters?
Yes, our out-of-hours emergency line 0113 383 7610 handles urgent crime-related legal issues outside regular office hours.
How experienced is your legal team?
Our solicitors include specialists with decades of experience, including practitioners with 50 years' continuous service and former managing partners.
What payment methods do you accept?
Payments can be made through our online portal or by contacting the accounts department directly at 0113 3837634 for payment arrangements.
