Irwin Mitchell handles the full spectrum of education matters, advising families, children and young people on complex SEND tribunal appeals, discrimination cases, unlawful school exclusions, excessive sanctions and admission issues. The Sheffield-based Yogi Amin spearheads the practice and is highly experienced in advising clients on safeguarding, SEND and judicial review cases. Public law and human rights specialist Angela Jackman KC focuses on cases involving school exclusions and SEN, while Oliver Studdert represents clients in a wide range of public law issues. The Gatwick- and Brighton-based Esther Salter and Rachael Smurthwaite specialise in a broad range of SEND tribunal appeals.
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Testimonials
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‘I love working with this firm. They cover the whole spectrum of education work for both claimants and institutions. A very impressive offering with a well-deserved reputation for expertise and excellence.'
- 'Rachael Smurthwaite has excellent legal knowledge and great client care.'
‘Yogi Amin is an excellent and experienced partner who rolls up his sleeves and gets involved.'
- 'Esther Salter - A consummate professional with exceptional expertise, Esther is exactly who you want on anything education-related.’
‘Incredible team! Gold standard for education work for individuals.'
'They have been excellent.'
‘I have worked with Esther Salter and she has been outstanding. She has excellent depth of knowledge and is very personable. She is passionate about the rights of disabled children and young people, and this comes through in her attention to detail. I would approach her for advice as my first choice should I need legal advice on an education matter.'
‘Esther Salter was the partner handling the matter. She was very knowledgeable and first class.’
'A specialist team with real expertise. Top shelf.'
'Strong depth of experience and better capacity to support legal aid casework compared to other firms within the sector.'
Key clients
- ICARS
- JSH
- AA
Lawyers
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Practice head
Yogi Amin
Other key lawyers
Angela Jackman KC; Oliver Studdert; Esther Salter; Rachael Smurthwaite