LAWYER PROFILE

Smita Jamdar

UK 2026

Shakespeare Martineau

Ranked in 1 practice area

Education: Institutions (Higher & Further Education)

UK-wide

17 years ranked

About

Provided by Shakespeare Martineau

Practice Areas

Education

Career

Smita leads the team that works to shape the universities and colleges of the future by providing strategic advice and sector specific insight across all their legal needs.

Smita is a recognised leader in her field, specialising in constitutional, governance and regulatory advice which helps educational institutions thrive in a rapidly changing landscape. She has helped institutions to innovate and develop, to widen their reach, build institutional resilience, and deliver the best outcomes for students and other stakeholders.

https://www.shma.co.uk/people/smita-jamdar/

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

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

Band 1

Individual Editorial

Smita Jamdar frequently represents universities in relation to regulatory and governance matters. She is adept at assisting with student-facing issues, including complaints and reputational matters.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Smita's knowledge of the sector and of the regulator is exceptional.
Education: Institutions (Higher & Further Education)Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession
Smita provides timely, sound and considered advice, informed by a deep understanding of the political and commercial considerations, as well as a strictly legal view.
Education: Institutions (Higher & Further Education)Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession
I am astonished at how quickly she gets back to you. Smita is very prompt.
Education: Institutions (Higher & Further Education)Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession
Smita is excellent. She demonstrates a deep and sustained understanding of the evolving regulatory landscape and the wider context for our sector. She's proactive in her support for the institution.
Education: Institutions (Higher & Further Education)Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession
I go to Smita for tricky education advice and have always found her to be brilliant.
Education: Institutions (Higher & Further Education)Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession