Education: Institutions (Schools)

Alice Reeve focuses her practice on employment matters, particularly cases involving unfair dismissal and disability discrimination allegations. Her clients include academy trusts and independent schools.

"Alice is an excellent employment lawyer and her advice regarding the teachers' pension scheme was crucial in us navigating this issue so successfully."

"I have found Alice to be responsive to our needs and the advice she provided great."

"She is very knowledgeable about the education sector."

Barney Northover is highly regarded for his representation of charitable independent schools and has extensive experience handling mergers and acquisitions in the sector. He frequently advises on governance and charity law issues.

"Barney knows his stuff."

"He is simply outstanding. He provides the highest possible level of industry awareness, insight and vision."

"Barney has an ability to be clear and bold in the advice he gives. It is a real privilege to work with him."

Simon Bevan regularly acts for leading independent schools on employment, regulatory compliance and data protection matters. He has particular experience in matters concerning industrial relations and discriminatory practices.

"Simon is excellent."

"His unparalleled expertise is clear from the first moment one takes a problem to him."

"Simon Bevan has the outstanding ability to provide such clear advice and to give one the confidence to move forward in very challenging and emotional situations."

"Simon Bevan is someone who exudes kindness and humanity, which makes his ability to be steely all the more impactful."

Yvonne Spencer is noted for her proficient representation of independent schools, academies and maintained schools. She is particularly adept at assisting with Equality Act cases, as well as various safeguarding and employment law matters.

"Yvonne has consistently given excellent counsel and advice and has supported us for many years professionally, with a high level of service."

"Whether giving an overview or a detailed response, Yvonne always works with diligence."

Tabitha Cave specialises in regulatory compliance and advises a number of independent schools on an array of safeguarding and employment matters. She regularly assists with internal and external investigations, serious incident reporting and governance matters.

"Tabitha Cave is simply brilliant. She has a sharp and fast brain, layers and layers of experience, brilliant communication skills, courage, clarity and calmness."