Education

For many years, Scotland's universities and colleges have turned to Thorntons when they have required guidance on legal matters. We have established key relationships with leaders in Education in Scotland.

Why Thorntons?
We pride ourselves on remaining one of the country's leading Education Law firms because we understand that in the ever-changing world of Education, clients rely on clear, practical assistance, sound strategic advice and the proven ability to solve problems promptly and effectively.

Just as importantly, they want to speak to a professional who's been over the ground before, who know the sector and whose experience will deliver solutions.

Governance
The importance of good governance cannot be over-estimated. It is increasingly important to ensure that administrative actions can be properly assessed and audited to the highest standards for the purposes of fiscal and public accountability. Our Specialist Unit has many years of experience in advising on such matters.

Complaints, Discipline and Student Affairs
Our specialists assist schools, colleges and universities to produce and operate effective policies on all student matters including complaints, discipline and academic appeals and have particular expertise on issues such as confidentiality, data protection, disability discrimination, vulnerable students, drug and alcohol policies and social inclusion.

 

"Thorntons provides a solid range of advice to schools, colleges and universities, and is particularly experienced in child protection law. Stewart Brymeris recommended" Legal 500, 2005

"According to sources, Thorntons has sewn up the education market in its corner of Scotland, and its presence can increasingly be felt throughout the country. It has been an exciting year of client gains and a growing caseload, and the team has achieved an impact that belies its relatively small size. The breadth of the work is equally impressive, and it has worked on matters ranging from charitable trusts to construction. The firm is also notable as the organiser of the annual Scottish Education Law Conference."
Chambers and Partners, 2005