Wilkin Chapman Rollits boasts an impressive team of ‘highly qualified professionals’, representing universities, schools, and academic trusts in a wide range of complex work. The team is also adept at handling high-value work for specialist and charitable providers. The team consists of a number of skilled individuals, including Katie Davies and Tom Martin, who both act for a wide range of educational establishments. Also of note are Caroline Hardcastle, John Flanagan, and James Peel.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘The team at Wilkin Chapman Rollits are all highly qualified professionals that have the ability to connect to clients making the process easy to navigate and not daunting.'

  • ‘We have used the team for many years as our advisors. We find that their knowledge and support is second to none.'

  • ‘Katie Davies and Tracy Rowbotham are our go-to people and would highly recommend them.’

  • 'I find their support and advice to be exactly what I need when I ask for it. They are helpful, supportive, and unassuming. I find them very responsive and the work they have done for us has been exceptional.’
  • 'Friendly service. Knowledgeable and professional. Quick response time.'
  • 'Katie's expert knowledge, timely and helpful responses, and calming demeanour made the whole process much less stressful than it could have been. I truly believe that we achieved the best outcome possible in a relatively short timescale, whilst avoiding any legal pitfalls with confidence.'

Key clients

  • Lincolnshire Gateway Academy Trust (LGAT)
  • The Corporation of Oundle School
  • Exceed Learning Partnership
  • Leger Education Trust
  • Kidgate Academy Trust
  • St Lawrence Academies Trust
  • John Leggott Sixth Form College
  • Franklin Sixth Form College
  • Caistor Grammar
  • Waltham Leas
  • Humberston Park Special School
  • New Waltham Academy

Work highlights

Advised Lincolnshire Gateway Academy Trust (LGAT) on the transfer of Huntcliff Academy (a school in special measures) into LGAT.

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners

Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

James Peel

Practice head

Katie Davies; Tom Martin

Other key lawyers

Caroline Hardcastle; John Flanagan; James Peel; Tracy Rowbotham