academy sponsorships and MATs

Browne Jacobson's skilled and experienced staff put us at ease, and guided us through each stage with clear direction and understanding. They supported us as a school and as an umbrella trust; enabling our staff to work together and manage the complex change with confidence.

Browne Jacobson have proactively managed the formation of our MAT.  When required, they have responded positively to our requests and have been agile to changing circumstances.

A client adds: 'The firm is a very efficient and effective organisation, and I often hear other colleagues around the country reflecting on the high quality of their work, guidance and support.'

The ‘highly professional and responsive’ team at Browne Jacobson LLP assists educational providers, including multi-academy trusts, with restructuring and academisation as well as providing regulatory advice and representing institutional clients in discrimination claims.

Browne Jacobson LLP’s ‘response times are either immediate or at the very minimum less than 24 hours. Its knowledge of the education sector is second to none, in particular for academies’.

A very impressive team with a breadth of expertise in the education sector and, more specifically, special education needs. They are very up to the minute on the latest issues arising within the education sector.

A highly ambitious organisation with a superb corporate image, excellent client support and good commercial awareness.

Very good knowledge of 'academisation', and good advice on where local authority's approach is typical or reasonable, and where it should be challenged.

Leading national education practice, with significant experience advising on academic issues