Shepherd and Wedderburn LLP, Education: Institutions

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Provided by Shepherd and Wedderburn LLP

We act for a large number of leading educational establishments across the education sector, including The University of Edinburgh and The University of Glasgow.

Our clients recognise that Shepherd and Wedderburn can offer the strategic and expert advice required to guide them through any issue they face, no matter how complex or sensitive. We ensure the advice that we provide is solution-focused and provides practical recommendations on how best to proceed.

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Education: Institutions - Scotland

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Shepherd and Wedderburn is a highly rated outfit with an extensive list of prominent education clients across Scotland and abroad, including state and independent schools, further education colleges and universities. The team is particularly adept at advising on contentious employment matters, including discrimination claims and cases concerning allegations of bullying and harassment. The firm regularly assists clients with immigration, data protection and restructuring issues. It represents numerous local authorities with regard to school procurements under the Scottish Government's hub funding model.

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Work Highlights

Shepherd and Wedderburn LLP advised West Lothian Council on a number of projects involving Design and Build Development Agreements in respect of the new schools under the Scottish Government hub model.