The charities team at Anthony Collins Solicitors LLP is known for its work with faith-based charities, as well as national and international clients primarily in the health and social care arenas. The group receives a regular flow of work to act as interim manager by the Charity Commission, and is adept at advising on financing for charities by way of grant work, social investment, and secured lending. Dominic Curran is at the helm, and Matthew Wort is another important member of the practice.
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  • 'I have found Anthony Collins and in particular Phil Watts to have offered exceptionally good advice throughout the last few years. I have had a number of complex issues which Phil has always been able to untangle for me.' 

  • ‘I have found the team to be reliable, professional and efficient in all of our legal interactions with them.’

  • ‘I have valued the professional relationship between Edwina and me over the last few years. She is accessible and responsive. Her professional advice has guided me and our decision-making during challenging times for our organisation.’

  • ‘Our principal contact has been Edwina Turner who quickly gained an understanding of our requirements and who has subsequently provided excellent advice which has been promptly and courteously delivered throughout.’

  • ‘All the team are very responsive and focus on outcomes for clients.'

  • ‘The people with whom I work closely are friendly, approachable and knowledgeable. They are great sounding boards and meticulous in the provision of formal advice.’

Key clients

  • Dimensions
  • Charity Bank

Work highlights

Advised a faith charity on the development of an innovative church development site.
Advised a large social care charity on the disposal of a care business.
Acting as interim manager for several charities as appointed to by the Charity Commission.

Practice head

Dominic Curran

Other key lawyers

Matthew Wort; Phil Watts; Edwina Turner