This area covers the duty of schools and local authorities to provide suitable education and the specific support a child or young person with special educational needs (SEN) requires. It includes challenging decisions about identification, assessment and the provision of an Education, Health and Care plan and securing appropriate schooling or placements. A solicitor in this field may review or draft statutory documents, gather expert reports, and represent families at the SEND tribunal when plans or provisions are disputed.
Where a solicitor protects your position
The failure to provide appropriate education or SEN support can affect a child’s development and future opportunities. A solicitor helps by ensuring statutory obligations are identified and pursued, guiding families through deadlines, and protecting rights under acts and schemes such as the Children and Families Act and the SEND tribunal process. They coordinate with schools, local authorities, and educational professionals to obtain and enforce the necessary provisions when standard school support is insufficient.
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