Shoosmiths LLP
Displaying vast knowledge in securing council funding for those with autism spectrum disorders and ADHD diagnoses predominantly, Shoosmiths LLP regularly advises private clients. EHC plans and appeals for residential placements are key areas of expertise, with the Birmingham-based co-leads Gurvinder Samra and Kashmir Uppal being specialists in the area of special educational needs. In particular, Samra routinely oversees complex cases covering children with disabilities ranging from cerebral palsy to autism, with an additional focus on securing funding for school placements.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Extremely knowledgeable in their field and how to work with the local authorities.'
- ‘Guv Samra - Full of knowledge and confident in her field, she filled me with a new confidence. A decision I've never regretted.'
Work highlights
Conducted and advised on First Tier SEND appeal proceedings for a young person with Cornelia de Lange Syndrome, with associated short stature and developmental delay securing council funding for an independent specialist college.