Higher and further education institutions

We help universities, colleges and professionals in higher education (including both academics and those in non-academic roles), deal with legal, compliance and related issues.

Our experienced Education team can assist with safely navigating the challenges your institution may face, and with planning in advance for key developments.

We support clients with managing all legal, compliance and related issues:

Free speech and academic freedom

We support higher education providers comply with their legal obligations relating to free speech on campus and academic freedom.

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HR support

We specialise in supporting education providers with all employment, workplace and HR related issues, helping to navigate dispute related complexities.

Student disputes

Legal advice is often required to navigate the complexities of student disputes, and we can support with all aspects of dispute resolution.

Immigration and visa sponsorship

We understand the importance of recruiting non-UK staff and enrolling international students, and support clients with protecting their Home Office sponsor licences.

Health and safety

We support our clients with keeping their students and staff safe, ensuring they are compliant with their health and safety obligations.

Pensions

As the education sector grapples with the challenge of providing staff with competitive and valuable pension benefits, we support clients with navigating the challenges they may face.

Data protection

We support clients with their data privacy obligations, ensuring they have the correct systems and processes in place.

Professionals in higher education

In addition to advising institutions, we also assist professionals in higher education, including both academics and those in non-academic.

    Campus investigations

    James Murray

    James is an employment and higher Education Partner, who advises both individual academics and academic institutions.

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