Winckworth Sherwood LLP

The education team at Winckworth Sherwood LLP regularly represents religious dioceses and historic school foundations and advises on an array of matters, including school conversions, religious discrimination, school closures and employment matters. The practice is led by Andrea Squires, who advises catholic dioceses and education charities on school reorganisations and mergers as well as governance reviews. Employment specialist Aida Smajlovic advises on disciplinary procedures, dismissals and breach of contract. Theresa Kerr has a broad education practice which includes SEND, safeguarding and data protection work, with a particular focus on complex parental complaints and discrimination claims. Penny Reid heads the school investigations team and handles matters relating to criminal activities, safeguarding issues and governance challenges.