Russell-Cooke LLP has a large and well-established charity practice, which includes specialist charity property and employment lawyers, and clients praise the team's ‘responsive and attentive’ approach. Under the leadership of Andrew Studd, the group has a portfolio of high-profile clients, and is praised for its ‘exceptional availability’. The practice is adept at facilitating cross-border giving for philanthropists and companies with global assets and tax liabilities, and is also recommended for its advice on regulatory interventions by the Charity Commission, and for its work with sports organisations. Chris Rowse is a trusted adviser to numerous prominent national charities, and Pippa Garland is a key member of the department, alongside Gareth Roy. Richard Jones joined the firm in May 2025 from Bates Wells.
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- 'Gareth Roy was pragmatic and took account of how external parties might react to his suggestions.’
- ‘Carla Whalen has consistently given clear, practical advice which reflects an understanding that there can be a wide gap between the legal theory and the real world practice.’
Key clients
- The British Museum
- St John Ambulance
Lawyers
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Gareth Roy
Practice head
Andrew Studd
Other key lawyers
Chris Rowse; Pippa Garland; Gareth Roy; Sukanya Ransford; Richard Jones; Carla Whalen