Wynn Williams provides advice to both public and independent schools, across the full range of legal services required.
We have a thorough understanding of the Education Act and other relevant laws; as well as Ministry of Education requirements, Board of Trustees administration, and funding mechanisms. Our team can offer a cross-disciplinary approach to the varied legal requirements of a modern education provider.
We regularly advise on:
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property & commercial law
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Education Act compliance
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trust law
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privacy law
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public law (internal school rules)
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collective employment agreements & negotiations
- Defence and successful advocacy for four female childcare workers acquitted during the Christchurch Civic Crèche case.
- a significant property disposal for a large education provider, complying with relevant requirements of the Education Act.