Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Legal Services for Education Charities and Housing
Anthony Collins Solicitors is a social-purpose law firm dedicated to improving lives, communities, and society through legal expertise. Established in 1973, we specialise in serving the education, charity, housing, and local government sectors, combining deep sector knowledge with a commitment to ethical practice. Our team of solicitors provides tailored legal advice, from academy conversions and charity governance to housing law and judicial reviews, ensuring clients receive pragmatic, values-driven solutions.Recognised in the Chambers UK 2026 Guide and Legal 500, we pride ourselves on long-term partnerships with clients, delivering impactful outcomes grounded in over five decades of experience. Our B Corp certification reflects our dedication to social responsibility, transparency, and sustainable business practices.
Services
Education law
Charity governance
Housing law
Judicial reviews
Employment law
Data protection
Commercial contracts
Pension advice
School collaboration
Academy conversion
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of experience in education and charity law
- Our team holds sector-specific accreditations including B Corp status
- Tailored legal solutions aligned with clients' social purpose values
- Recognised leaders in academy conversions and multi-academy trust governance
- Award-winning expertise in housing and local government legal matters
Associations and certifications
- B Corp
- Chambers UK 2026
- Legal 500
What people say
Outstanding service
Expert sector knowledge
Values-driven approach
Responsive legal support
Trusted partnership
Services
Education law
We provide comprehensive legal support for educational institutions, including academy conversions, governance, and compliance. Our expertise covers school collaborations, employment issues, and property matters. Clients benefit from fixed-fee packages and sector-specific knowledge developed over decades of working with schools and multi-academy trusts.
Charity governance
Our specialist team advises charities on governance, commercial contracts, and pension matters. We support faith-based organisations and social enterprises with tailored legal solutions, combining regulatory compliance expertise with a deep understanding of the voluntary sector's unique challenges and opportunities.
Judicial reviews
We assist local authorities and public bodies with judicial review proceedings, offering strategic advice on both bringing and defending claims. Our experience includes handling complex disputes related to housing, education, and public sector decision-making, with a focus on achieving practical resolutions.
Housing law
We support housing providers with governance, regulatory compliance, and construction law matters. Our services include advising on procurement frameworks, property transactions, and tenant-related legal issues, ensuring social housing organisations can focus on delivering quality housing solutions.
Employment law
Our employment law team advises on tribunal claims, pensions, and HR matters for public and third-sector clients. We provide practical guidance on compliance, dispute resolution, and workforce management, helping organisations maintain positive employment relationships while meeting legal obligations.
People
Ramjeet Kandola
Partner
Commercial litigation and regulatory expert with extensive experience advising local authorities on judicial reviews and public law matters.
Dominic Curran
Partner
Charities team lead specialising in governance and legal support for faith-based organisations and third-sector bodies.
Esther Campsall
Senior associate
Governance and corporate law specialist supporting educational institutions with academy conversions and trust management.
Questions
What areas of law do Anthony Collins Solicitors specialise in?
We specialise in education law, charity governance, housing law, local government law, and employment law, serving clients nationwide.
Are Anthony Collins Solicitors regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority?
Yes, we are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority with SRA number 424137 and adhere to strict professional standards.
Do you offer fixed-fee legal services?
Yes, we provide fixed-fee packages for academy conversions and annual legal support tailored to educational institutions.
How does the firm demonstrate its social purpose commitment?
As a certified B Corp, we integrate social responsibility into our practice, prioritising ethical operations and community impact.
Can you assist with multi-academy trust formations?
Yes, we offer expert guidance on forming and managing multi-academy trusts, including governance and compliance requirements.
What recognition has the firm received?
We are ranked in Chambers UK 2026 and Legal 500, with individual lawyers recognised as leading partners and associates.
