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Pinsent Masons

Education: Institutions (Higher & Further Education)

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Pinsent Masons

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Education: Institutions (Higher & Further Education) - UK-wide

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Pinsent Masons has a comprehensive education practice that specialises in the procurement of information technology, governance and constitutional matters. The team offers particular expertise in regulatory challenges, as well as student and academic staff immigration issues. It is also strong on corporate and commercial matters, including joint ventures and the establishment of new institutions. The firm is frequently instructed by public and private institutions in the UK and abroad. It also defends universities in high-profile student disputes.

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Work Highlights

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  • Pinsent Masons advised City, University of London, on its successful merger with St George’s, University of London.

Strengths

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  • Pinsent Masons is extremely good at handling complex matters.

    Education: Institutions (Higher & Further Education) respondentUK

  • Pinsent Masons has all the legal knowledge and specialisms available and is prompt to respond.

    Education: Institutions (Higher & Further Education) respondentUK

  • Pinsent Masons has an excellent understanding of the higher education sector.

    Education: Institutions (Higher & Further Education) respondentUK

  • Pinsent Masons has a great ability to break complex matters down into parts that can then be understood and resolved.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Victoria Goddard
    Victoria Goddard

    Victoria Goddard

    Victoria Goddard advises clients on real estate matters in the education sector, including student accommodation and campus development projects. She regularly represents high-profile universities based across the UK.

    • Victoria Goddard is knowledgeable and prompt.

      Education: Institutions (Higher & Further Education) respondentUK

    • Victoria is my first port of call and she provides great client service. Her experience and knowledge of the sector are outstanding.

      Education: Institutions (Higher & Further Education) respondentUK

    • Victoria provides outstanding support on a range of complex matters.

      Education: Institutions (Higher & Further Education) respondentUK
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  • Gayle Ditchburn
    Gayle Ditchburn

    Gayle Ditchburn

    Gayle Ditchburn is recognised for her expertise in education-sector transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships. She also brings strong regulatory insight, with experience challenging sanctions on behalf of education institutions.

    • Gayle Ditchburn is an excellent support on a range of issues and is very responsive.

      Education: Institutions (Higher & Further Education) respondentUK

    • Gayle is an excellent partner.

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  • Julian M Sladdin
    Julian M Sladdin

    Julian M Sladdin

    Julian Sladdin has a broad practice in the education sector, advising on an array of regulatory and contentious matters. He frequently assists higher education institutions with admissions disputes, freedom of speech and discrimination cases.

    • Julian Sladdin provides sensible advice and is responsive.

      Education: Institutions (Higher & Further Education) respondentUK

    • Julian is very knowledgeable.

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Ranked Individuals at Pinsent Masons (3)

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    Victoria Goddard

    Education: Institutions (Higher & Further Education)

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    Gayle Ditchburn

    Education: Institutions (Higher & Further Education)

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  • Profile image of Julian M Sladdin

    Julian M Sladdin

    Education: Institutions (Higher & Further Education)

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