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Oliver Studdert
Oliver specialises in education and community care law, with a particular emphasis on young people and their rights. Oliver qualified with John Ford solicitors in 2005 and later moved to Fisher Meredith to continue practising in the above areas. He joined MG Law in April 2010.
Oliver was the solicitor for a homeless 17 year old in R (G) v LB Southwark [2009] 1 WLR 1299, a case which was described as a "huge step forward for children's rights". The House of Lords unanimously agreed that young people in similar circumstances should be accommodated and supported through Children's Services, not housing. Oliver continues to act for many young people who require support and accommodation.
Oliver acted for the Appellant in KC v LB Newham (SEN) [2010] UKUT 96 (ACC) in a successful challenge to the Upper Tribunal. The Appellant's appeal to the First Tier Tribunal had been struck out on the basis of the child no longer being of compulsory school age and that his statement should cease. The Upper Tribunal Judge found that the decision of the lower tribunal was unlawful and this case will now be reconsidered.
Oliver is a member of the Children's Rights Alliance for England and works closely with a number of charities including the Howard League for Penal Reform, Kids Company and Voice.
Oliver plays football for a Saturday side and is a long-suffering supporter of Brentford FC. He also enjoys golf and skiing.
Contact details:
Tel: 0844 858 3415 / 0207 754 5615
Fax: 0844 858 3499
Email: oliver.studdert@mglaw.co.uk
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