The team offers a full suite of services to all levels of the education sector, including multi-academy trusts, independent schools and further and higher educational institutions.

MDG Professional: Your Partner in Education Law

The education sector faces unique legal challenges, from governance and employment to property and student matters. MDG Professional provides expert legal guidance to navigate these complexities and ensure your institution thrives.

Our specialized Education Team offers comprehensive support in key areas, including:

• Academies & Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs): We handle the legal aspects of school conversions to academies and advise existing academies on becoming MATs.

• Employment & HR: We provide guidance on all aspects of employment law and HR management within the education sector, including contracts, policies, disciplinary procedures, and discrimination.

• Discrimination in Education: We advise on compliance with the Equality Act 2010, ensuring non-discrimination in admissions, education provision, policies, and access to benefits.

• Student Matters: We assist with handling student grievances, disciplinary matters, fitness-to-practice procedures, and student claims/complaints.

• Property Services: We advise on operational and strategic property acquisitions, investment sales, landlord/tenant matters, shared equity schemes, student accommodation, and collaboration with other educational bodies.

• Dispute Resolution: Our experienced litigators represent educational clients in a broad range of disputes, including disability discrimination complaints, unpaid fees, parent claims, and funding challenges.

• Data Protection: We provide guidance on data protection issues specific to the education context, including GDPR compliance.

Our Expertise Includes:

• Academy Conversions

• Multi-Academy Trusts

• HR Training

• Education Property

• Independent Schools

• Higher Education (Cambridge Colleges)

• Student Grievances & Discipline

• Dispute Resolution

HR Training for Educational Institutions:

We offer a range of online and bespoke training programs covering topics such as:

• Disciplinary/Grievance Investigations

• Data Protection

• Performance Management

• Employee Engagement

• Financial Wellbeing

• Handling Difficult Conversations

Who We Serve:

• Head Teachers

• Chairs of Governors

• Bursars

• HR Professionals

• School Business Managers

Why Choose MDG Professional?

• Specialized Expertise: Our team has a proven track record in the education sector, with extensive experience in academy conversions and ongoing support for educational institutions.

• Comprehensive Services: We offer a full range of legal services to address all your educational needs.

• Practical Solutions: We provide expert advice tailored to the specific challenges faced by educational institutions.

• Experienced Team: Our Education Team draws on the expertise of our skilled regulatory and employment teams.

MDG Professional is your trusted partner in navigating the legal landscape of education. Contact us today to discuss your specific needs and how we can help your institution thrive.

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