Specialist Higher
Education Lawyers
Student Disputes
Unfortunately, sometimes the relationship between an education provider and a student can break down and legal advice is required to navigate the complexities of the student dispute. Our education specialists can support with all aspects of dispute resolution with students.
Areas where we can support your institution, include:
Dispute handling Support
- Duty of care issues
Complaints, appeals, disciplinary issues, discrimination
- Dealing with the Office of the Independent Adjudicator for Higher Education

Simon Henthorn
Partner and Head of Education
+44 (0)20 3696 7172
shenthorn@doyleclayton.co.uk
Listen to our podcast series
Our team has recorded a series of podcasts, diving into the key legal topics which impact the education sector, including how to be day one ready for the Higher Education (Freedom of Speech) Act, and tips for student sponsors on how to be ready for a Home Compliance visit.
Education Bulletin
Our Education Bulletin is our newsletter which discusses legal matters impacting the education sector. Our Spring Term edition explored how the recent UK immigration changes have impacted the sector, discussed insightful topics such as gender questioning children, and looked at upcoming employment law updates.