Stone King LLP stands out for its strengths advising clients in the education and charity sectors on employment matters. The firm has a varied client portfolio which also spans industries such as transport, hospitality, and logistics. Practice head Craig Vincent is active in the firm’s Leeds and Manchester offices, while the South West group is based in Bath and includes education specialist Jean Boyle as well as Peter Woodhouse, who is experienced across the full range of employment work.
Testimonials
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‘Stone King offers a completely comprehensive service from advice with difficult parents, SEND-related issues, school transfers and all employment issues. They explain things really clearly, never judge or confuse.’
‘They explain clearly, using good analogies and not legal jargon. They never judge, even when you have made mistakes, and always give sound and fair advice. They teach you 'the good practice' way of doing things and always provide templates and check any work produced.’
‘Always calm and approachable. Jean Boyle is excellent, as is James Barratt. I have dealt with both many times. I literally could not do my job without them.’
‘The team is always very quick to respond and always provides detailed and professional advice and guidance. Our organisation feels very supported by Stone King, and in turn empowered to make fair and informed decisions.’
‘James Barrett supported us in a recent tribunal case. Thanks to his knowledge and expertise we were able to navigate through the process confidently. James correctly identified the weaknesses in the case and subsequently the options available to us, resulting in the case being thrown out.’
‘James Barratt is excellent. A pragmatic lawyer, he communicates well and has a strong grasp of both the law and the facts in any given matter.’
‘Personalised support and guidance from James Barratt during a difficult employment case. Continuous communication and explanation regarding the case.’
‘Stone King's employment law team has provided excellent advice and service to our organisation for several years now. They are highly responsive, empathetic, pragmatic and have a deep understanding of our sector (education).’
Key clients
- Future Academies
- Futura Learning Partnership
- St Columba’s College
- King Edward’s School, Bath
- Kingswood School
- Causeway Charitable Services
- United Learning and United Church Schools Trust
- Family Action
- St John Ambulance
- Felsted School
- The Futures Trust
- Trinity High School
- Red Kite Learning Trust
- Oakhyrst Grange School
- The Vines Academy Trust
- Hope Learning Trust
- The Fitzwimarc School Academy Trust
- The Richmond Upon Thames School
- Headline Pictures
- Unity Schools Partnership
- Altus Education Partnership
- Ethos Academy Trust
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Craig Vincent