Education Solicitors

We advise on the multitude of issues and disputes that can arise in the education sector and strive to find workable solutions for our clients, whether litigation ensues or a negotiated outcome can be reached.

As recognised experts in this area we understand the legal and regulatory framework in the education sector, and are attuned to commercial and reputational considerations that affect our clients.

We act for individuals as well as educational bodies. Students and parents turn to us in connection with allegations of misconduct or when facing suspension or exclusion, often involving the most prestigious UK and international schools and universities. As trusted advisers to educational bodies we provide pragmatic advice managing legal challenges, alive to each institution’s unique positioning, its values and standards.

We are acutely conscious of the many sensitive issues affecting our clients, whether they face allegations or are the victim of misconduct. We are experienced in navigating these often highly charged situations. Our institutional clients value our pragmatic advice and know they can rely on our specialist knowledge which can draw on expertise from colleagues in other specialist areas such as criminal, privacy & media and employment law.

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"Payne Hicks Beach have carved out a niche for this work, and have unparalleled expertise in this field. They are able to work effectively and strategically and demonstrate a multi-disciplinary approach" The Legal 500 UK

"Ane Vernon is probably one of the best lawyers I have ever worked with – and I have been working with law firms both UK based and global teams for over 30 years. She is technically excellent, supportive and empathetic (rare in a lawyer), available out of hours whenever her wise counsel was required and perhaps the most important element, non-judgemental." The Legal 500 UK

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Definition of “sex” in the Equality Act 2010- Ane Vernon featured in Independent Schools Magazine

Dept of Education guidance on ban of mobile phones in schools

Removal from the classroom – Ane Vernon for Independent Schools Magazine

Why educational disagreements in UHNW families are more common than you think – Ane Vernon comments for Tatler Magazine

Students are suing UK universities over Covid disruption. Do they have a case? – Ane Vernon for The Financial Times

Protection from Sex-Based harassment in Public Bill – Ane Vernon and Mark Jones for Independent School Magazine

Protection from Sex-Based Harassment in Public Bill

Pupil strip searches: the law and what schools need to know

Government confirms permanent closure of investor visa scheme

Powers to search – Dispute Resolution Partners for Independent Schools Magazine

Keeping children safe in education (KCSIE)– Ane Vernon for Independent Education Today

FE News: Is the UK still top of the class when it comes to international education?

Schools: behaviour policies, disciplinary procedures & parental contracts

New statutory guidance on safeguarding children and pupils in education: now is the time to set the tone for the new culture

Exams declaration form must not put pressure on students, schools told

Schools: balancing discipline and privacy

Appeals against teacher grades stutter on – Ane Vernon for Schools Week

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