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No. Parents have full legal rights to write directly to a Local Authority about their child's SEND. Solicitors can help with complex cases or tribunal hearings, but the vast majority of EHCP requests, appeals, and complaints are handled by parents themselves. Free advice is available from IPSEA (0800 018 4016) and SOS!SEN.
These templates use the correct statutory references and formal structure that Local Authorities are legally required to respond to. Around 96% of SEND tribunal appeals are upheld in favour of parents, and many issues are resolved at the letter stage before tribunal. A well-written letter triggers statutory duties — the LA must respond within set deadlines.
Always review and edit the generated letter before sending. The tool produces a strong starting point, but every family's situation is different. If you are unsure, get free advice from IPSEA (0800 018 4016) or SOS!SEN before sending. Keep a dated copy of every letter you send and obtain proof of delivery.
Statutory timescales: EHC needs assessment decision within 6 weeks of request; full EHCP decision within 20 weeks. Refusal to assess can be appealed within 2 months. Mediation must be offered within 30 days of an appealable decision. The Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman expects complaint responses within 12 weeks.
Yes. The SENDPath Letter Generator is completely free. It runs in your browser — no data is sent to any server, no account is required, and your information stays private. We also save your inputs locally so you do not lose your work.