Education: Individuals
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Russell-Cooke has a notable education practice that sees its lawyers advise individual claimants in SEN cases. The firm has a strong emphasis on claims involving disability discrimination, specialist school placements and the Equality Act. It has substantial expertise in handling complex cases that overlap between the areas of children and education law. The team frequently utilises judicial review to hold local authorities to account for unlawful conduct.
Strengths
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"Russell-Cooke were prompt in their actions providing clear and relevant advice. They took ownership of the issues and dealt with them efficiently and effectively."
"The lawyers at the firm are knowledgeable and determined. They always advocate for children and young people and give clear guidance to family."
"Russell-Cooke are responsive, compassionate and creative."
"The team stands out due to its exceptional client-focussed approach and deep expertise in education law."
"Russell-Cooke were prompt in their actions providing clear and relevant advice. They took ownership of the issues and dealt with them efficiently and effectively."
"The lawyers at the firm are knowledgeable and determined. They always advocate for children and young people and give clear guidance to family."
"Russell-Cooke are responsive, compassionate and creative."
"The team stands out due to its exceptional client-focussed approach and deep expertise in education law."
Notable Practitioners
Eva Akins is particularly adept at handling disability discrimination cases involving breaches of the Equality Act. She is also noted for her proficiency in cases concerning exclusions and appeals against the contents of Education, Health and Care plans.
"Eva has been incredible. Her guidance, support and empathy together with genuine understanding of our situation has proved invaluable."
"Eva is really dedicated, very strong on the law, but also very pragmatic."
"She is very professional and experienced."
Erin Smart is an associate in the family and children team at Russell-Cooke. She is noted for her work assisting clients on a variety of matters including school placements and the implementation of Education, Health and Care Plans.
"Erin Smart is incredibly personable and approachable. She really fights for clients and is able to relate to clients in such a brilliant way. She is one of our go-to education lawyers."
Lenka Wall is a senior associate in Russell-Cooke's children and education team with extensive experience handling judicial reviews, SEND appeals and Education, Health and Care Plans. She also has expertise in community care and clinical negligence matters.
"Lenka is exceptionally strong on SEN law."
"She is an excellent professional. It's always a pleasure working with her."
"Lenka is great to work with. She is responsive, good at explaining and compassionate, but also creative in her approach."
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