Employment and Labour Law
United Kingdom
18 August 2025
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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Testimonials
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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.'
‘I think they have been great from beginning to end. We dealt with one highly professional, efficient and friendly solicitor who could not have been more thorough or diligent.’
- 'I've worked mainly with Louise Lawrence and Joanna Bussell. I've found them to be very knowledgeable in their areas. They are very responsive, available and flexible with meetings. I've always experienced a fast turnaround on advice when needed.'
Key clients
- Christ Church, Oxford
- Burberry Foundation
- St Anne’s College
- Archbishop of Canterbury
- Muscular Dystrophy UK
- National Trust
- Oxfam
- Cancer Research UK
- City of Trees
- Fashion Museum
- Brighton Dome and Festivals Limited
- English Chamber Orchestra
Practice head
Joanna Bussell; Alison Talbot
Other key lawyers
Aiden Hargreaves-Smith; Louise Lawrence