HCR Law is 'an outstanding firm with huge experience in the education sector'. The team, which is based in Cheltenham, regularly acts as counsel to independent schools across the country, and is very experienced in assisting with transactions, safeguarding, health and safety, governance, data protection and employment matters. Practice head Kristine Scott has expertise in handling complaints, dismissals and pupil exclusions. Rachel Parkin is a specialist in employment law, and is well versed in assisting clients with restructurings and Employment Tribunal claims. The 'exceptional' Oliver Daniels regularly assists independent schools and academy trusts, and Paul Watkins advises on safeguarding and compliance.
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Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Paul Watkins
Practice head
Kristine Scott
Other key lawyers
Rachel Parkin; Oliver Daniels; Morgan West; Paul Watkins; James Morgan