Disputes in the world of Education Technology (EdTech)
As education technology (so called “EdTech”) continues to reshape how teaching and learning take place across the UK, we are thought leaders on the legal issues that can arise in relation to EdTech.
"Ane Vernon is simply excellent. As an education law specialist, whilst her clients are typically a child's parents, she remains focused on achieving the best outcome for the child."
Legal Advice for Students and Parents
We can offer support on a variety of legal and safeguarding issues related to EdTech such as:
- Online safety concerns.
- Data protection rights and misuse of personal data.
- Disputes involving digital assessment technologies.
- Regulatory and Public Law, including Judicial Review.
Legal Advice for Schools and Educational Institutions
We work with schools and institutions in the education and professional qualifications sector. Our services include advising on:
- Issues raised by students or parents, members or candidates related to online safety, data protection and /or assessment technologies.
- Drafting policies and governance frameworks to comply with regulatory guidance (such as Department for Education, Ofsted or ISI) and to reduce the potential for safeguarding issues to arise in digital learning environments.
- Regulatory and Public Law, including Judicial Review.
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3 February 2026
Education expert Ane Vernon, Partner in our Dispute Resolution Team, wrote in Schools Week Magazine...
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The vulnerabilities of school-issued digital devices – Dominic Crossley and Ane Vernon for Spears Magazine
10 February 2026
Education disputes expert Ane Vernon, together with our Head of Dispute Resolution and privacy expe...
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Safeguarding in the digital classroom: legal risks and responsibilities for schools – Ane Vernon for the Independent Schools Magazine
17 March 2026
Education law expert Ane Vernon, Partner at Payne Hicks Beach, has had her article featured on Pg 2...
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