‘The team is highly responsive, personable and efficient. they offer a very professional service, but with the personal touch by taking time to really get to know the client. It feels as though they care, and they provide a bespoke, personalised service.’

‘Ben Wood really is fantastic. Not only very personable, he is knowledge, experienced, thoughtful and generally an all-round excellent individual!’

‘Put simply the team had specific knowledge of the precise regulatory area of contention, and thus were able to understand the workings, processes and likely reactions and outcomes to different strategies.’

‘Alison Oldfield was able to expertly navigate and dovetail together legal aspects with regulatory process, procedures and reactions by the other party to determine an optimal strategy which would maximise the chances of success.’

‘Alison Oldfield was clear and concise in her explanations of the legal and regulatory nuances and associated ramifications.’

‘The wider team more generally were technically excellent, well-experienced but equally humanistic in their approach.’

‘I have been working in the education sector for nearly 30 years. In all that time I have used the services of Eversheds Sutherland. The fact that I continue to use Eversheds Sutherland is testament to the fact that they are very strong in providing advice to the education sector.

‘One of the key features for me is the speed with which first class advice can be received in all areas! I have used other legal practices and for me the speed in obtaining advice is an issue. So often a problem arises quickly and requires advice to be provided in another arena. Eversheds excel at this provision of accurate fast advice.’

‘Experienced and approachable staff that explain the situation in layman’s terms. The team presents options in a clear and concise way which enables the client to make an informed decision.’

‘Jenny Arrowsmith and the academy conversion team are exceptional in their knowledge of the sector.’

‘The team at Irwin Mitchell is highly experienced in dealing with complex employment law claims in the education sector, including claims involving discrimination and whistleblowing. They are highly approachable and responsive to client concerns.’

‘Jenny Arrowsmith is a passionate, client-focused lawyer with excellent sector and regional knowledge.’

‘Irwin Mitchell provides bespoke, sector-specific advice and guidance, a multitude of webinars and opportunities for face-to-face meetings, updates, and training.’

‘In my experience, each individual is knowledgeable, professional and approachable. My current contact is Holly Butterworth who has provided invaluable support, advice, guidance and sign posting to key contacts outside of Irwin Mitchell.’

‘Jenny Arrowsmith has developed the team which means that there is a quick turnaround when advice and guidance is needed.’

‘Mills & Reeve is rightly regarded as the UK’s leading higher education law firm. Their strength and depth is unrivalled. They know the sector intimately and provide the technical know-how with a practical flourish.’

‘Martin Priestley is incredibly switched on yet very approachable.’

‘We have received outstanding service from the education practice on an extremely complex and novel transaction. The service has been personable, expert, collaborative and solution-focused.’

‘As a local team they understand the sector and local market very well helping to draw on this expertise to give commercial-centric advice.’

‘Highly knowledgable and experienced team, able to provide clear and honest advice on a range of educational matters.’

‘Strong expertise in the education sector and provide legal support and advice across a full range of services to meet the University’s needs. Advice is of high quality.’

‘The team is efficient, very knowledgeable, with exceptional customer service standards and the quality of advice is of a consistently high standard.’

‘Simon Shepherd is the main trust point of contact. He is a very helpful, highly knowledgeable and friendly person who offers advice without any hint of condescension.’

‘Schofield Sweeney’s solicitor team stands out for its exceptional combination of expertise, innovation, and client-focused approach.’

‘The team at Schofield Sweeney have quickly understood our needs. I believe their support and innovative solutions position them as leaders in the field, making them the preferred choice for those seeking a progressive, client-focused legal partner. ’

‘‘The individuals at Schofield Sweeney, particularly the contracts team led by Karen Crutchley and Caprice Coulson, have played a pivotal role in our business’s rapid growth.’

‘Always available and always come back to you very quickly, no matter how complex the problem. The advice offered is pragmatic.’

‘Simon Shepherd is an outstanding practitioner. He understands the needs of the organisation and the people within it. His advice is clear, concise, unambiguous and pragmatic. I cannot rate him highly enough. ’

‘Tom Morrison is our primary contact. He is a great supporter of the college sector and is always calm and pragmatic.’

‘As chair of a multi-academy trust I find Stone King’s specialist knowledge of education law extremely useful.’

‘The individuals I have engaged with are personable whilst also being extremely professional. Queries are responded to promptly and vital advice provided.’

‘Very professional service.’

‘Great communication from the team at Stone King. ’

‘Stone King has been excellent – always quick to respond and sufficiently resourced to meet our needs – even when out of the ordinary for an Education provider like ourselves.’

‘Highly responsive and experts in the field of all matters education. We are a large trust and have a diverse set of support requirements. The Stone King team dedicated to us is able to provide a high level of response and support on demand.’

‘I inevitably find my interactions with Stone King to result in a swift and productive outcome. Having a partner who acts as key contact and is able to promptly get the right colleague to pick up a matter we refer to them is extremely valuable. Really impressed with the way in which Stone King have fostered collaboration within the education sector.’

‘The team at WM are always quick to advise. This is greatly appreciated. During meetings they work well together which builds confidence. ’

‘The individuals that we have worked with are knowledgable, empathetic, quick to respond and efficient. This all helps when working with the DfE!’

‘ Very responsive and personable, provide sound advice always in the clients best interest.’

‘Sam Parkinson is very knowledgeable, experienced and responsive.’

‘They understand education and our organisation. ’

‘If they can’t help, they will always know someone who can.’

‘Graham Shaw’s advice is always clear and provided in a timely manner.’

‘We have worked with Wrigley’s for over 4 years now. As the multi-academy trust sector is still a growing sector there are many new ways of working and new responsibilities and risk. Wrigleys have been extremely supportive throughout the 4 years and always been receptive to any request for advice and support. ’

‘As a client of Wrigleys, I can confidently say that their legal team is truly exceptional. What sets them apart is their unparalleled expertise in private client and charities law, which was evident in the personalised advice and solutions they provided for our Academy Trust.’

‘In addition to their technical skills, the individuals at Wrigleys demonstrate exceptional interpersonal qualities that make them a pleasure to work with.’

‘They are proactive, approachable and always willing to support in a timely manner.’

‘Dealing with many different stakeholders across property, employment, contracts, and service-level agreements needs a team that is flexible and collaborative and we definitely get that from the team at Wrigleys.’

‘Graham is always comprehensive in his responses and able to de-jargonise the work for the purpose of presenting to a non-exec board of directors.’