Stone King LLP boasts a ‘formidable team’ in the education sector, with particular expertise handling contentious work for schools. Members of the team advise on pupil educational provision issues, as well as strategic school mergers and employment issues. The practice is noted for its focus on the charity sector, and has an expansive Church of England school practice. Tom Morrison heads the team that is ’knowledgeable and passionate about the sector’, and includes Craig Vincent, who has employment and HR expertise. Jamie Otter advises schools, further education, and sixth form colleges on complex corporate governance matters. Louise Castle is noted.
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- ‘This team has very good knowledge of the further education sector, one of a handful of firms with that in-depth experience. They have exceptional knowledge of the way in which colleges work and are very supportive of the challenges faced. ’
- ‘Tom Morrison has very good contacts with the DfE and extensive experience of dealing with its regulatory practice. We have every confidence in the advice received from Tom, who has also provided review and support in difficult circumstances.'
Work highlights
Instructed to bring a judicial review against the Secretary of State for Education on behalf of the Sixth Form Colleges Association
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Tom Morrison
Other key lawyers
Craig Vincent; Jamie Otter; Louise Castle