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Pinsent Masons LLP advises universities and higher education providers on matters spanning the education sector- often in collaboration with their national offices. The firm is experienced in the education real estate sphere, including student accommodation projects and campus developments, as well as broader litigation, employment and regulatory advice. At the head of the practice, Michael Pocock specialises in planning and environmental matters for HE clients. Michael Smith leads on property litigation matters, and Beth Grant focuses on development planning work and related disputes. Craig Tordoff handles property transactions, Rhiannon Woodhouse advises on commercial agreements and Shara Pledger covers immigration issues.
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Key clients
- Birkbeck College and University of London
- The University of Huddersfield
Work highlights
Defended a judicial review action seeking to challenge the lawful use by Birkbeck, University of London of one of its key assets.