Winckworth Sherwood LLP advises a broad spread of major charities and social enterprises, with a strong focus on corporate governance and the transition of public services to charitable entities. The group has also recently been busy advising on the impact of artificial intelligence on its charity clients. Joanna Bussell is recognised for her work with leading leisure, arts and culture charities, and Alison Talbot is sought after for her work on contentious and non-contentious matters, particularly complex safeguarding issues. Aiden Hargreaves-Smith acts for a wide range of private and institutional charity clients spanning major charities, Diocesan Boards of Finance, individual parishes and clergy, Bishops and Cathedral Chapters.
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  • 'A very nice firm to work with, good values and they show interest in our business. Expert knowledge with very good response times.'

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Key clients

  • Christ Church, Oxford
  • Burberry Foundation
Practice head

Joanna Bussell; Alison Talbot

Other key lawyers

Aiden Hargreaves-Smith; Louise Lawrence