Access To Public Law

01/09/2025

We have been quiet on our socials for the last few months but have been very busy in the background building and growing. We have had to move into a bigger office space in our building to accommodate all of our new colleagues! We are really excited to introduce you to Adam and Aimee who join Mel in our Court of Protection department and Jane, Josmi and Sophie who join Imogen and Joanne in our Education law department. As we grow, we increase our ability to assist, advise and support those in need of our help.

28/04/2025

We would like to extend a warm welcome to the newest member of our team!

Joanne joins us as a Legal Advisor in our Education department and has many years’ experience of supporting and advising young people with special educational needs.

Joanne is passionate about Children’s rights, access to educational and holistic support and ensuring that all young people are able to thrive. Joanne is a leader in our ‘Every Step of the Way’ initiative, which aims to support young people with special needs throughout their journey into adulthood and beyond.

21/04/2025

We’re proud to share that our CEO, Imogen Jolley, was recently invited to ITV Studios to discuss some of the most pressing issues facing young people with special educational needs.

At Access to Public Law, we’re passionate about empowering families through expert legal support and grateful to ITV for the opportunity to raise awareness of such an important topic.

17/03/2025

💡 NEW: EHCP & SEN Legal Support – Helping Parents Navigate the System 💡
We understand how challenging the EHCP process can be. The paperwork, the meetings, the endless back-and-forth with councils—many parents come to us feeling exhausted and unheard.
That’s why we’ve launched a new service to provide expert legal support at every stage of your EHCP journey:
✅ Case Management Support – Help with paperwork, communications, and meeting prep.
✅ Advanced Legal Support – Appeals, tribunals, and legal representation.
✅ Expert SEN Legal Advocacy – Complex cases, legal disputes, and judicial review.
Whether you're just starting or facing a difficult battle, we’ll stand by your side every step of the way.
💬 Need help? Message us or visit our website to learn more!
📍 https://www.accesstopubliclaw.co.uk/Every%20Step%20of%20the%20way/

07/02/2025

🚨 Is your child moving schools this year? Know these key deadlines! 🚨

If your child has Special Educational Needs (SEN) and an EHCP, ensuring a smooth transition between schools or college is crucial. Local authorities must finalise EHCPs by these deadlines:
📌 15 February – For children moving from primary to secondary school (Year 6 to Year 7).
📌 31 March – For students moving into post-16 and post-19 education (college, sixth form, or specialist provision).

Missed deadlines or unsuitable placements can disrupt a child’s education—but parents have rights, and we can help. If you’re facing delays, challenges with the placement named in your child’s EHCP, or need guidance on the process, we’re here to support you.
💡 Share this post in parent and SEN Facebook groups to help families who might not know about these crucial deadlines.

🔗 Read more about Phased Transfers and what to do next:
accesstopubliclaw.co.uk/phased-transfers

When young people have the benefit of an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) not only should they be reviewed annually, but at each phased stage of their education (early years to school, primary to secondary and secondary to post 16 etc) there will be an additional process whereby a new EHCP wil...

04/01/2025

🎉 We’re Hiring! Join Us on Our Journey at Access to Public Law 🎉

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable people? Do you believe in access to high-quality legal advice for all? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

We’re excited to announce we’re recruiting for the following roles:
👉 Court of Protection Lawyer
👉 Education Lawyer
👉 Paralegal

📍 About Us:
We're a newly established, boutique law firm currently based in Lancaster, but with big ambitions to grow our expertise across the country. Founded by seasoned public law experts with 50 years’ collective experience, we currently specialise in Education Law and Court of Protection/Community Care.

💪What sets us apart?
🌟 A strong ethical drive to assist the most vulnerable in our communities.
🌟 A flexible, supportive, and inclusive workplace culture.
🌟 The freedom to structure your work around your life — whether it’s school runs or sports days, we make it work for you.

We’re looking for smart, dedicated and socially responsible public lawyers who share our vision to grow and shape a firm where clients and colleagues feel valued and supported every step of the way.

💬 Let’s Chat:

Interested? Reach out to:
📌 Imogen Jolley for Education Law roles
📌 Mel Varey for Court of Protection opportunities
Join us as we grow together and build a law firm where people love coming to work.

📧 Ready to apply or want more information? Drop us a message or visit our website at www.accesstopubliclaw.co.uk !