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This area covers disputes connected with state and academy schools in England, including issues such as school admissions, exclusions, special educational needs provision, and governance or academy closures. A solicitor in this field drafts and challenges school policies, prepares and prosecutes or resists appeals to the appeals processes, and represents clients in education tribunals and related proceedings. The work is shaped by national education legislation, policy guidance, and the duties of local authorities and schools toward pupils and families.

What a solicitor handles in these matters

Solicitors handle admissions appeals, exclusions challenges, and SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) matters, including SEND appeals to the First-tier Tribunal (Special Educational Needs and Disability). They draft representations to authorities, prepare court- or tribunal-ready bundles, negotiate with schools or local authorities, and advise on governance issues in academy or maintained school settings. The process involves navigating statutory duties, court and tribunal procedures, and the interplay between education policy and individual rights.

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Robin Charrot

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The level of care and attention that Robin Charrot and his team took did not go unnoticed and won’t be forgotten. From the outset, I appreciated Robin’s straightforwardness and that he patiently talked through my many “what if” scenarios and questions. He was tactful, kind and tempered any fraught moments and I trusted him implicitly. He sourced several excellent barristers to choose from for a PFDR hearing. Despite the differing locations, in-person and online meetings were accommodated, as necessary. When the chips are down, a steadfast resolve is what’s needed. Robin, Eluned Roberts and Sarah Jane Whittaker worked seamlessly as a team and fought my corner with dignity. I am now moving forwards from a much more positive position than if I had dealt with this alone. A huge thank you to you all.

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