The boutique education firm HY Education Solicitors is singled out for its ‘expertise in all areas of education law’, where the team advises a range of schools, multi-academy trusts and other educational providers. David Yazdi co-leads the Rochdale-based practice alongside dual qualified barrister and solicitor Dean Hulse. Yazdi covers a range of commercial, corporate and land and property matters, including academisations and agreements with local authorities and government departments. Ciara Heaney and Ryan McGillick are also key practitioners.
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Testimonials
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- 'The two stand out partners are David Yazdi and Dean Hulse. They go above and beyond to provide clear support and advice. Both are approachable and make the legal advice easy to understand and apply. They have evidently built a team who share the values and approach of HY as a collective because every interaction we have with the wider team aligns.'
- 'We have worked with multiple people at HY Education Solicitors, all of whom have been brilliant. A particular mention to David Yazdi and Dean Hulse who we have worked with closely and provided excellent service. Communication is always timely and the quality of work is exceptional and far exceeds our experience with other law firms.'
Key clients
- Brampton Manor Trust
- BMAT Education
Work highlights
Advised on and project led the creation of a 4 school Multi Academy Trust called Orchard Multi Academy Trust.
Practice head
David Yazdi; Dean Hulse
Other key lawyers
Ciara Heaney; Ryan McGillick