Ronald Fletcher Baker LLP combines extensive knowledge of the higher education sector with a strong record in litigation and judicial review. We act for independent higher education providers facing regulatory challenges, commercial disputes and difficult decisions about their institutions\u2019 futures. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
We have successfully challenged regulatory overreach in several judicial reviews and helped providers secure Office for Students (OfS) registration following proposed refusals. We also guide institutions through regulatory investigations and resolve disputes involving franchise partners, shareholders and directors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Our experience gives us a close understanding of the pressures facing providers and the consequences of regulatory action for students, staff and institutional reputation. We bring that understanding to every stage of our advice, from initial engagement with a regulator to contested court proceedings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
We have a proven record of using judicial review to challenge unlawful decisions in the higher education sector. Our work champions fair treatment and proper consideration of each institution\u2019s circumstances, particularly where assumptions about a provider or its operating model risk prejudging the outcome. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
We examine the evidence, the decision-making process and the legal basis for regulatory action. We identify where concerns can be answered through representations and where a firm legal challenge is required. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Our litigation experience informs our advice from the outset. It helps us identify the points that matter, test the regulator\u2019s reasoning and present the institution\u2019s case effectively. Where proceedings are necessary, we pursue them with the provider\u2019s wider commercial and educational objectives in view. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Our reported cases demonstrate our experience of challenging regulatory decisions and addressing questions of procedural fairness across the education sector.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Alongside these reported cases, we advise on sensitive regulatory and commercial matters resolved without published judgments. That work includes securing registration, responding to investigations and resolving disputes involving institutional partners and owners. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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