Advising multi academy trusts and organisations such as the Department for Education on significant school conversion projects, Womble Bond Dickinson (UK) LLP is experienced in a range of education related matters such as safeguarding, establishment of a charities, and employment. The firm is well regarded for managing the property aspects of academy conversions, restructuring initiatives, free school establishments and PFI contracts. The Newcastle-based team is jointly headed by Kevin Robertson whose emphasis is on academy conversions and school transfers, and Emma Moody who is an expert in school governance. Managing associate Nick Moss handles complex transfers and PFI conversions, while Peter Cantwell focuses on school property work.
Testimonials
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- ‘WBD are an extremely professional law firm who have a very 'hands on' approach that is very much appreciated by their clients. They go over and above what they are tasked with and are willing to go the extra mile for their clients.’
‘Nick Moss at WBD is extremely knowledgeable and has the fantastic ability of translating legal jargon into laymans terms to ensure his clients fully understand the process.’
Key clients
- Education & Skills Funding Agency (ESFA)
- Department for Education (DfE)
Work highlights
- Advised Staffordshire University on its new £100 million+ Student Village Project, which comprises the new build of approximately 700 student beds, the construction of a shared hub facility and the subsequent provision of hard facilities management services.
- Advising on the incorporation of the Four Rivers Multi Academy Trust and the anticipated conversion of four founding schools in Stockport.