SCHOOLS
Schools involve complex property, planning, and regulatory considerations, from site acquisition and lease arrangements to redevelopment, expansion, and compliance with education and safety regulations. We advise councils, trusts, and investors on managing and developing school estates efficiently and in line with legal requirements.
Examples of work undertaken by our lawyers
Advised on numerous Academy Transfers. The work included drafting and negotiating long leases for the transfer.
Acquired land for use in the expansion of a School.
Drafted and negotiated numerous Section 106 agreements and CIL to include provisions for the development of schools.
Advised on JCT and NEC3 contract terms for schools related development projects.
Legal issues that may arise
Planning obligations including section 106 agreements.
Securing sites for the construction of a school via compulsory purchase.
Acquisition of land and property for the development of schools.
Academy transfers.
Drafting and negotiating construction contracts
THE LEADING UK REAL ESTATE LAW FIRM
We are the UK’s largest and most experienced specialist real estate law firm, trusted by leading clients in the property sector for over 25 years.
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With over 75+ senior lawyers, each bringing an average of 25 years’ post-qualification experience from top-tier private practice and in-house roles, we offer unparalleled expertise across the full range of real estate legal services — including commercial property, planning, construction, environment, real estate finance, property litigation, and more.
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Our exclusive focus on real estate law uniquely positions us to support fellow professional services firms through our Real Estate Support solution. We deliver specialist legal expertise to the UK Top 30, silver circle firms, US Top 50, and the Big Four.
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Whether you’re a developer, investor, occupier, institution, or advisor, we provide clear, commercial, and responsive legal advice — helping you to get the job done.