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England - East Midlands • Private client
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Charities and not-for-profit

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HCR Hewitsons

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With its client roster comprised of educational institutions, not-for-profit organisations and wildlife trusts, the team at HCR Hewitsons has been commended by clients for its ‘culture of professionalism and credibility.’ Heading up the practice from Cheltenham, Rachel Gwynne’s areas of expertise span whistleblowing, grant administration and secretarial support matters. Also in Cheltenham, Rosie Phillips has a broad industry focus, with her recent client roster including private schools and local charities; she is experienced in trustee payments, registration issues, governance frameworks and transactional work. Northampton-based Joseph Hobbins predominantly acts for educational institutions on governance issues and is often involved in drafting articles of association.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Long established relationship provides a degree of positive familiarity that other firms can't rival. Although HCR is now a fairly large firm, the team has the knack of providing a service that still feels bespoke and focused on the individual client.’

  • ‘Joseph Hobbins is attentive, quick to respond, and has a real talent for 'stepping into the client's shoes' - properly understanding their needs and issues. He has a relaxed, easy manner and is skilled at putting technical concepts into layman's language.’

  • ‘The partners I’ve had the pleasure of meeting are knowledgeable and trustworthy. They carry themselves with professionalism and gravitas but remain approachable and down-to-earth. Their expertise and confidence inspire trust, while their humility puts people at ease, creating a strong and positive impression.’

  • ‘I’ve come to know HCR well and truly appreciate its culture of professionalism and credibility. They are trusted advisers—highly skilled and knowledgeable in their areas of expertise. They project confidence and competence, making them a firm you can rely on for fair, balanced, and well-informed advice. Their commitment to clients and contacts is evident through regular engagement and genuine relationship-building.’

  • ‘Rosie Phillips was engaging and empathetic.’

Practice head

Rachel Gwynne

Other key lawyers

Rosie Phillips; Joseph Hobbins