Walker Morris LLP is highly regarded for its work with schools and colleges, and is particularly active on academy conversions and building carried out pursuant to the Condition Improvement Fund. Recently, the group has also been expanding its client base in the university arena, with prominent names including Leeds Arts University and London South Bank University now featuring on the firm’s roster. Key senior contacts David Smedley and Jules Harbage are recommended for their employment and construction expertise, respectively.
Testimonials
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‘Everything about Walker Morris is a joy. They are quick to respond, support us and are always helpful.’
‘They have always been knowledgeable, reliable and helpful.’
‘Very, responsive, personable, professional and practical.’
‘Walker Morris has gone over and above helping our client and myself navigate the legal and contractual process for a project that has been specifically difficult.’
- ‘They just provided the assurance that you need sometimes when we have difficult problems to overcome.’
‘I worked primarily with Alex Jones and I would recommend him without hesitation or reservation. Knowledge is key, and his interpretation in legal terms for our difficult situations always gives us confidence when we are dealing with delicate situations that could cause significant financial issues to the trust.’
‘They have supported us through many projects and are always very clear with their direction and instructions. To a non-legal person their support through the process has been invaluable. Their response times are excellent and they are always on hand to offer support.’
Key clients
- Leeds Arts University
- Leeds College of Building
- Burnley College
- New Collaborative Learning Trust
- Exceptional Education Trust
- St Mary’s Catholic High School, Chesterfield
- South Wigston High School, Leicester
- Kirkbie Kendal School, Kirkbie
- Bradford Grammar Schools
- Connaught School for Girls
- Bolton College
- Pontefract Academies Trust
- Leeds Beckett University
- Eveleigh Link Academy Trust
- Hoyland Common Academy Trust
- New Collaborative Learning Trust
- Rodillian Multi Academy Trust
- Findel Education
- The Rutland Learning Trust
- Spalding Academy
- Hartwell Primary School
- King Edward Vi Education Trust
- Giles Academy
- Monkwearmouth Academy
- Stanley Learning Partnership Trust
- Innovate Multi Academy Trust
- Excel Academy Partnership Trust
- Every Child Matters Academy Trust
- Westgate Academy
- The Grammar School at Leeds
- London South Bank University
- Dorrington Academy Trust
- Rossett School
- The Consortium Multi Academy Trust
Work highlights
- Advising EQUANS Regeneration on a £200m student accommodation scheme at the University of Birmingham's Pritchatts Park campus.
- Assisting the Consortium Multi Academy Trust with multiple construction projects undertaken via the Condition Improvement Fund scheme for a combined value of £5m.
- Advising Leeds Arts University on a window replacement project, including associated infrastructure and controls, at the St Marks Road elevation of the University's Blenheim Walk campus.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
David Smedley, Jules Harbage