Education: Individuals - UK-wide
What the Team is Known For
Simpson Millar has a stellar education team that represents private and legal aid clients in a range of complex issues. The team is particularly well-known for its expertise in assisting young adults with learning difficulties, and in admissions and exclusions. The firm possesses noteworthy ability in judicial review cases and SEND Tribunal proceedings. It is renowned for its work at the intersection of the education and community care systems. The team also works with pro bono organisations to support parents through the school exclusion process.
Strengths
"Simpson Millar are the firm I refer people to for anything education or community care-related. They have a very strong team."
"Simpson Millar's attention to detail, ability to listen and appreciate the client's concerns, and build a strong robust case, ultimately got the client exactly what they needed."
"It is clear that all of Simpson Millar's people have a distinct understanding of what their clients need, which provides them with a great reputation and awareness of what is required to succeed."
"Simpson Millar are brilliantly responsive and generous with their time."
"The lawyers at the firm are very caring and personable. They will go that extra mile for justice."
Work Highlights
Simpson Millar assisted a Muslim pupil in challenging a rule at Michaela School which banned praying on school grounds.
Notable Practitioners
Dan Rosenberg is involved in many of the most challenging and significant cases within education. He regularly represents children and parents in judicial review cases concerning disability discrimination, exclusions and SEN funding. "Dan Rosenberg is the best solicitor in the county for urgent judicial review cases involving children out of school." "Dan Rosenberg was absolutely superb in resolving my issue." "Dan Rosenberg is one of the top claimant education lawyers. He knows education law inside out and really works hard to get the best result for the client." "Dan Rosenberg is superb. The best in the field."
Sarah Woosey is head of the firm's education department in the North. She has a reputable practice securing and challenging SEND education provisions through appeals in the First-tier and Upper Tribunals. "Sarah has incredible attention to detail and is also attentive and supportive." "Sarah Woosey is amazing. She really cared and wanted justice for us."