The education practice at Douglas Silas Solicitors focuses exclusively on cases regarding SEND issues, advising both parents and young people in complex SEND cases. The practice is led by experienced partner Douglas Silas, and he advises clients on a range of SEN, disability and education issues.
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‘Douglas is brilliant. He is very knowledgeable in SEN law, which is a huge help and relief to stressed-out parents! He puts you at ease and is very reassuring. His interpersonal skills are great, and this is backed up by how knowledgeable he is.'
‘Douglas has advised us over many years on obtaining an Education and Health Plan (EHCP) from our local authority for our son, and our dealings with the local authority since then. Douglas has exceptional expertise of this specialist area of law. He achieved the EHCP for us, steering us through the process against opposition from the local authority. Douglas is always there for us when we need advice, he thinks tactically, is a wise and measured counsel, and brings a warmth and personal understanding to our discussions.'
‘Douglas and his team provided an exemplary service - professional advice, timely and very thorough. We had a complicated case leading up to a tribunal, and no stone was left unturned. Douglas's considerable experience was invaluable in navigating the tribunal system - his advice was factual, compassionate, and no-nonsense when it needed to be! I have worked with multiple legal professionals over the last 30 years, and Douglas has to be one of the best (if not the best) in his field. ’
‘Douglas and his team are specialists in SEND, focusing only on this area, and we liked that the practice is small and personal. Our queries were answered promptly and requests for information were clear and timely.’
‘Douglas has a wealth of experience in SEND matters, and he deals with the cases personally, with a small team providing administration and assistance. We were able to talk to Douglas via Teams to discuss our case, and it was clear what we needed to do at all times. Dealing with a SEND specialist company which had a fantastic reputation was very important to us.’
‘Douglas is in a unique position to be able to understand and offer the right advice to his clients.’
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