If you are a Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) converting more schools into your MAT, or you are a maintained school considering conversion, Birketts would be delighted to help you.
We know that you will be looking for a law firm with the expertise to guide you through the conversion process and ensure that everything runs smoothly. We also know that you will be looking for quality advice provided in a cost-effective manner and with complete transparency on costs. We are committed to meeting and exceeding these expectations.
Birketts is a large, regional full-service law firm with offices across East Anglia and the South of England. We specialise in providing legal advice to schools and we have the expertise and experience that you need.
We have experience of advising on every type of conversion, including primary and secondary schools, special needs schools, sponsored conversions, PFI schools, Catholic schools, and Church of England schools.
As a full-service law firm, our team comprises specialists in all areas relevant to your conversion. We are also able to provide advice to the MAT after conversion on any area that you might need on-going support with including employment/HR, student issues, property issues, commercial arrangements, funding agreements and governance matters.
Our approach to academy conversions
We understand that the academy conversion process involves a huge investment of time and resource on your part. Our practical approach provides you with a smooth and seamless conversion, where you will feel supported from start to finish. We offer:
- a Senior Associate as your main point of contact, available to answer your questions throughout the process;
- a team of experienced lawyers;
- an initial meeting to discuss any issues specific to your conversion, followed by a tailored and flexible approach to meet your needs;
- useful guidance and support throughout the process.
At the outset of a new instruction, we take the time to carefully prepare a detailed scope of work and associated fee estimate. All of our academy clients benefit from discounted rates, and we offer a range of pricing options including fixed fees. We will be as clear as possible about fees at the outset and will keep you updated as the matter progresses.
If you would like to chat to someone about our academy services, please contact our Academies Lead, Jennifer Marley. Alternatively, please email us at [email protected] requesting a call back
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