About

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The specialist special educational needs (SEN) solicitors provide SEN advice to parents, other solicitors, case managers and other professionals. They can assist with:

  • Expert assessment of needs
  • School type and choice
  • Duty of Local Authorities
  • Duty of Schools
  • Prospects and benefits of Education Health Care Plans (EHCPs)
  • Issues with Schools

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Education: Individuals - UK-wide

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Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Boyes Turner has a respected practice noted for its representation of parents and children with special educational needs. The team frequently assists with appeals to the SEND Tribunal regarding school placements. It is particularly adept at assisting with cases involving social care and deprivation of liberty considerations.

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Notable Practitioners

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Laxmi Patel
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Laxmi Patel
Head of Education: Individuals
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Band 1
Laxmi Patel regularly acts for clients in SEND Tribunal appeals concerning an array of matters, including provision and placement in special schools. She is noted for her proficiency in cases concerning highly sensitive social care elements.

Laxmi is respectful, friendly and has expert knowledge of SEN matters.

Laxmi Patel has been incredibly supportive, always offering advice and guidance.

Laxmi is a knowledgeable practitioner, and is trusted by families and professionals alike.

James Pantling-Skeet
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James Pantling-Skeet
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Up and Coming

Senior associate James Pantling-Skeet is a special educational needs specialist with notable experience in community care and the Court of Protection. He regularly assists the parents of children with disabilities in disputes with local authorities over provision and placement aspects of Education, Health and Care Plans.

James is an excellent practitioner, and families trust him with their legal matters.

James is one of the most thorough solicitors I have ever worked with. He is exceptionally knowledgeable and supports clients well.

James Pantling-Skeet is incredibly responsive, always goes above and beyond and is very approachable.

James Pantling-Skeet is incredibly clever, quick, empathetic and communicative.

James is friendly, knowledgeable and easy to work with.

Rachael Allison
Rachael Allison
Star Associates
Rachael Allison is adept at assisting families with various SEN issues. She regularly handles appeals to the SEND Tribunal regarding education provision and placements.

Rachael's approach instils confidence in the families she is instructed by.

Rachael has expert knowledge, is approachable, friendly and very client-centred.

Rachael Allison is exceptionally knowledgeable and supports clients well.

Rachael was an excellent lawyer for us.

Lydia Dunford
Lydia Dunford
Associates to watch

Lydia Dunford is well regarded for her work in the education sector, where she regularly appears before the SEND Tribunal on a range of matters, including the provision of Education, Health and Care Plans.

Lydia Dunford is very highly rated in my experience.

Lydia is kind, approachable and client-centred.

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Education: Individuals

Laxmi Patel
1
Laxmi Patel
Head of Education: Individuals
1
Band 1
James Pantling-Skeet
U
James Pantling-Skeet
U
Up and Coming
Rachael Allison
Rachael Allison
Star Associates
Lydia Dunford
Lydia Dunford
Associates to watch

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