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Shoosmiths LLP

Education: Individuals

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Shoosmiths LLP

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Clients (5)

  • VM re AM
  • RH re AA
  • SR re AR
  • SB re MB
  • SH re TH

Chambers Review

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Education: Individuals - UK-wide

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Shoosmiths has a dedicated education practice noted for its adept representation of parents and young people. The team regularly assists with appeals to the SEND Tribunal against local authorities following refusal to issue Education, Health and Care Plans. The team also handles claims of inadequate provision in relation to issues such as home-to-school transport, one-to-one teaching assistance, and speech and language therapy.

Work Highlights

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  • Shoosmiths acted for the parents of a young person with Cornelia de Lange Syndrome in appealing against the content an EHCP and securing a residential placement at an independent specialist college.

Strengths

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  • Shoosmiths had excellent communication with us, and we were kept up to date throughout the process. We could not be happier with the firm's service.

    Education: Individuals respondentUK
  • Shoosmiths offers excellent communication and an ability to problem-solve effectively.

    Education: Individuals respondentUK
  • The firm's service levels and responsiveness are very strong, and I was beyond impressed.

    Education: Individuals respondentUK

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