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Education providers

Collaborative education solicitors helping private and public sector organisations navigate complex, high-profile matters in the education sector.

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We recognise the multi-faceted pressures faced by educational and training organisations.

From navigating financial constraints to adhering to government legislation and managing stakeholder scrutiny, our clients require comprehensive legal and commercial advice that adapts to the ever-evolving education sector.

We are renowned for managing complex and high-profile projects, and our approach is rooted in collaboration. We leverage the collective experience and expertise from across our firm to assemble a team that’s custom-fit for our clients’ needs. Our advice is straightforward and precise, guiding our clients through intricate legal matters with clarity and ease.

Our work with both public and private sector clients gives us a deep understanding of the nuances involved in delivering transformational projects in the education sector from both perspectives.

Services

Employment law

Including support on strategic projects involving TUPE, restructuring or redundancy, employment disputes and tribunals.

Major projects (PPP, PFI/PF2), Alternative Delivery Models, commercial and contractual matters

Public/private collaborations, joint ventures, restructuring, outsourcings, commercial contracts, SLAs and alternative delivery structures.

Mergers and acquisitions

Conducting due diligence and ensuring seamless integration of operations and assets.

Pensions

Covering defined benefit, defined contribution and hybrid schemes, share schemes and incentives, public sector schemes and support on regulatory, tax or litigation issues.

Private equity ventures

Structuring deals, negotiating terms and managing private equity investments.

Real estate and construction

Investment, development and ongoing management of education facilities including student accommodation developments and campus upgrades.

Examples of our work

Department for Education

Advising on children’s services statutory interventions, including establishing new Children’s services trusts in Bradford, Northamptonshire, Birmingham, Sandwell, Reading, Sunderland, Slough and Doncaster.

University of Bristol

Advising on a new £300 million campus development in Bristol city centre, including real estate, planning and construction support.

The shareholders of a leading UK apprenticeship business

Advising on its divestment to a newly formed entity backed by private equity and management.

University and school pension schemes

Advising numerous high-profile university and school pension schemes on a broad range of issues, including benefit changes, funding negotiations, documentation issues, scheme governance, complaints/disputes and investment matters.

UK Clearing Bank

Acting on the financing of a higher education institution.

Quacquarelli Symonds

Advising the world’s largest global higher education network on employment and immigration law matters. Also supporting on legal needs in other jurisdictions through our preferred firm network.

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What others say

“The team is exceptional and provides expert thoughtful advice demonstrating a real understanding of the issues. I would not hesitate to recommend them to any organisation which needs practical, expert and clear advice in this area.”

Legal 500 UK 2025

“Excellent support and in-depth knowledge of a highly complex legal environment. A trusted partner supporting the aims and objectives of the organisation.”

Legal 500 UK 2025

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