EDUCATION LAW

In the race for education, all children will find life difficult from time to time, but some will have more problems than others. Not all are able to get the support they need, and parents don't always know where to turn for help. We provide an expert legal service, helping parents to put their case for additional assistance, working with any charities which may be involved.

We take care to work with your schools where possible, to develop a partnership in the interests of your child. Whatever happens, your child's needs will come first.

We provide expert and supportive help in the following areas:

• advising on special needs provision
• drafting appeals, and representation at Tribunals
• making sure your child gets the help to which they are legally entitled, through judicial review
• helping with admissions and exclusions
• advising on claims in negligence against schools and local authorities for failure to provide appropriate education

In addition, now that students have to make such a large financial investment in their education, and universities are operating in a more business-like environment, it is all the more important to ensure that the right course is delivered in the right way under the contract. We are one of very few firms specialising in this area of law, and can advise on both the practical and legal aspects of higher education law.