Primarily instructed by universities, religious organisations and care groups, the team at Shakespeare Martineau LLP advises on charity law, governance work and endowment issues. Lauded by clients as ‘knowledgeable and approachable’, practice head Catherine Rustomji’s areas of expertise span governance reviews, decision-making and property advice. Splitting her time between Leicester and Nottingham, Debra Burton specialises in contentious trusts and probates matters, while Fiona Miller frequently assists with a broad range of matters, including endowments, governance queries and drafting policy agreements.
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‘SM are a great firm, they are a professional practice that meet needs and are great to deal with.’
‘Catherine Rustomji is an excellent partner, knowledgeable, approachable and engages the Board really well. I find her communication style is always pitched at the right level, and she is always happy to ensure that the situation is properly understood. Catherine is a pleasure to work with, and feels like one of the team.’
Key clients
- Launde Abbey
- Southwell & Nottingham Diocesan Board of Finance
Work highlights
Advised a charity on governance and property matters.
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Practice head
Catherine Rustomji
Other key lawyers
Debra Burton; Fiona Miller