Finding your way through the education maze to get what your child needs, can feel like an uphill struggle. We’re here to guide and support you, to help you get the best possible outcome for your child.
We act for many parents and families seeking provision for children and young people with SEND and for children who find school a struggle. We help parents of children who have been excluded from school or refuse to attend.
Victoria Kerr, has over 25 years of legal experience across children’s law, from private parental disputes, social care and education. She leads a committed team of legal advisors: Machela Boampong, Alexandra Kremer, Abigail Denman, and Charlotte Brown.
Many of our team are SEND parents themselves, or have personal experience of SEND, bringing both professional expertise and lived understanding to our work. The Team offer a committed and pragmatic approach to education law, to achieve the best possible results in a timely fashion and without incurring unnecessary costs.
Tees is a Top-Tier Legal 500 firm with a multi-disciplinary team who can help you with all aspects related to business borrowing and other financial products. We have an in-house team of independent financial advisers who work closely with our legal teams to ensure joined-up first rate service. Our legal and financial specialists collaborate to deliver a cohesive and high-quality service, ensuring your business protection planning and implementation needs are fully met.
The practice has great experience and expertise in tribunals relating to SEN issues. Their understanding of customer's needs are insightful and hugely appreciated.
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