Ward Hadaway LLP

Ward Hadaway LLP’s education team is well regarded for its broad expertise across the sector, advising a wide range of institutions including nursery schools, independent schools, academies, multi-academy trusts, and maintained schools. The team is led by Graham Vials, who brings extensive experience in employment and HR matters affecting education providers. Tim Care focuses on procurement, PFI, and education projects, advising primarily public sector clients such as FE colleges and academy trusts. Neil Smith leads on property matters for further education institutions, offering sector-specific real estate expertise.