Overview
Education Solicitor – Birmingham
Fantastic opportunity for an Education Solicitor to join this leading national firm.
You will manage your own caseload, support junior colleagues, and work on matters that genuinely change lives.
The Opportunity
- Running a caseload of complex education matters, including SEND Tribunal appeals
- Advising on a wide range of education law issues such as:
- School admissions, exclusions & disability discrimination cases
- Complaints against local authorities & schools
- Judicial Reviews & UTT appeals
- Advice to schools/colleges on safeguarding and education law
- EHCP health checks & SEN strategy advice
- Community care law linked to education matters
- Handling a mix of privately and publicly funded work
- Supervising junior colleagues and reviewing case files
- Building strong relationships with clients, charities, and education organisations
- Writing and delivering training, seminars, and articles
What We’re Looking For
- Solid experience in education law (public law/community care knowledge an advantage)
- Confidence to work independently on issued cases
- Resilience, empathy, and the ability to support vulnerable clients
- Strong communication skills and a passion for achieving justice
For more information please contact Kate Sinclair at Chadwick Nott:
0121 200 5578 dl
07921 001235
katesinclair@chadwicknott.co.uk
*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*
Job Tenure: Permanent and Full-Time
Salary: £47000 – £63000 per annum
Location: Birmingham, West Midlands
