Adam Friel
UK Guide 2025
Band 2 : Education: Individuals
Band 2
About
Provided by Adam Friel
Practice Areas
Adam Otterway Friel, Partner and Head of Education Law, has extensive experience and expertise in this specialist field.
His interest in education law was sparked as a consequence of his own learning difficulties (dyslexia) and the issues he faced both at school and university. He is therefore genuinely passionate about his work and totally committed to achieving outstanding results.
During his career he has developed a modern approach to his practice and prides himself in achieving clients’ results as swiftly as possible, with a straightforward, jargon-free style.
Adam is very passionate about education rights and has been involved in a number of pro bono projects, including free charity monthly advice clinics. Adam is regularly invited to speak at events, talks, workshops and conferences to charities, parent groups and schools regarding educational issues.
Chambers Review
UK
Adam Friel is noted for his broad education practice which sees him represent clients in a variety of matters including school placements and provision aspects of Education, Health and Care Plans.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Adam Friel is a true professional and an absolute delight to work with."
"He is compassionate, knowledgeable and efficient."
"Adam was super helpful and supportive in the process, kept us updated on everything relating to our case and advised us very well."
"Adam Friel is a true professional and an absolute delight to work with."
"He is compassionate, knowledgeable and efficient."
"Adam was super helpful and supportive in the process, kept us updated on everything relating to our case and advised us very well."
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