Education: Institutions (Schools)
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Wrigleys' traditional expertise with trusts and charities has led the firm to work with a large number of academies, independent schools, colleges and universities.
The firm has considerable experience of the legal structures and the legislative frameworks which govern the provision of most educational services.
Additional areas of legal expertise include:
- Land and buildings.
- Commercial contracts.
- Employment and HR.
- Pensions and shared services.
- Salary sacrifice arrangements.
- Joint ventures.
- Raising finance through bonds and other investments.
Chambers Review
Wrigleys Solicitors has a comprehensive education practice advising academies, faith schools and independent schools on a wide range of important matters. The firm possesses particular expertise with regard to academy conversions, governance reviews and employment law matters. The team demonstrates further experience in charities law, PFI schemes and SEN issues.
Work Highlights
- Wrigleys advised the Coast and Vale Learning Trust on its growth, property and funding arrangements, specifically relating to the academy conversion of a secondary school.
Strengths
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"Wrigley's distinguishing strength is the personalised service they provide."
"I can confidently say that their legal team is truly exceptional."
"The collaborative culture at Wrigleys ensures that you benefit from the collective wisdom of their team, resulting in comprehensive and effective strategies tailored to your unique circumstances."
"Wrigleys' responsiveness to enquiries is truly commendable."
"Wrigley's distinguishing strength is the personalised service they provide."
"I can confidently say that their legal team is truly exceptional."
"The collaborative culture at Wrigleys ensures that you benefit from the collective wisdom of their team, resulting in comprehensive and effective strategies tailored to your unique circumstances."
"Wrigleys' responsiveness to enquiries is truly commendable."
Notable Practitioners
Graham Shaw specialises in assisting clients with conversions and transfers involving individual academies, as well as faith, maintained and free schools. He also has significant expertise in relation to contract disputes, safeguarding matters and funding arrangements.
"Graham Shaw is excellent in all aspects."
"What sets Graham apart is his unwavering commitment to client service. He demonstrates this through a proactive approach, attention to detail and genuine care for clients' concerns."
"Graham goes above and beyond to ensure that clients feel supported and informed throughout the legal process, building lasting relationships based on trust and reliability."
Alacoque Marvin is a solicitor based in the Leeds office of Wrigleys Solicitors who advises academies and faith schools on a range of employment issues. She also offers skilled advice relating to safeguarding and exclusions.
"Alacoque is excellent in all aspects."
"Alacoque Marvin was excellent in providing advice which was clear and straightforward for us to follow. We couldn't have asked for any better service."
"We have built up a very strong relationship with Alacoque. We find her extremely knowledgeable, professional and she gives clear guidance."
Alexandra Slater is a solicitor in the Leeds office who focuses on handling real estate mandates for education sector clients. She frequently assists both singleand multi-academy trustson leasehold and freehold land transfers.
"Alexandra was a pleasure to work with. She demonstrated a collaborative spirit and was quick to respond to our needs."
"Alex is always professional, quick to respond and ensures that we have the most appropriate member of the team handling our issues."
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