Led by Ian Davis, Trowers & Hamlins LLP advises its charity clients on the full range of legal matters, from commercial property and contracts through to advising on litigation, employment, and pensions issues. Davis advises on an array of corporate matters for charities, such as on the establishment of new organisations, mergers and acquisitions, and restructurings. The team also acts for major charitable funds. In addition, it frequently advises some large charities that raise funds from contracts, or from charging the beneficiaries of their services. Sharron Webster is also recommended.
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Testimonials
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‘The team that I have dealt with have been very helpful and prompt, their capabilities and advice have been terrific.'
‘The strength in depth of the team stands out, and the level of responsiveness and the quality of the advice is consistently great whoever we deal with, at whatever level.’
‘Vanessa James's knowledge and ability to apply that to our context in sensible, practical, commercial terms is outstanding.'
Key clients
- Plymouth Diocesan Trust
- Stoll
- Avenues Trust Group
- National Autistic Society
- Phoenix Futures
- Amnesty International UK
- Caterham School
- Maudsley Charity
- Maidstone Council
- Greenpeace UK
Work highlights
- Advising the National Autistic Society on all of its employment and HR needs.
- Advising Stoll on the proposed sale of its flagship Fulham site, and the current proposed buyer is Chelsea Football Club.
- Acted for Pilgrims Friend Group, which principally provides care homes and related services, on enabling a charitable housing association, Homesdale (Woodford Baptist) Homes Limited to become a member of its group.
Lawyers
Practice head
Ian Davis
Other key lawyers
Vanessa James; Sharron Webster