Brabners LLP’s charities and not-for-profit team is led by Graeme Hughes, who specialises exclusively in charity law and advises on complex matters, including charity registrations, incorporations, and regulatory investigations. Within the team, Imogen Trafford also focuses solely on charity law. The team acts for a range of notable clients, such as the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine, Everton in the Community, the National Football Museum, and North West Cancer Research, also engaging in pro-bono initiatives to support charities.
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Testimonials
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- 'Excellent knowledge of charity law.'
- 'Always very responsive and clear. Graeme Hughes is very helpful.'
- 'Diverse knowledge base and specialisms that enable a multi-disciplinary approach which is extremely useful.'
- 'Extremely knowledgeable, particularly about the nuisances relating to almshouses. However, also very pragmatic and sensible. Very person-centred approach and make complex issues easy to understand.'
- 'We have had a long standing relationship with Brabners over many years. They have taken time to know our organisation well, understand the dynamics of our business and have always given excellent advice. We have excellent working relationships with partners. I would strongly recommend them.'
- 'Graham Hughes has excellent knowledge of charity law and the Charity Commission, and has supported our organisation to strategically develop its structure and strengthen governance. Imogen Trafford is an outstanding professional and is very supportive to our organisation.'
Key clients
- York Medical Society
- The Albert Gubay Charitable Foundation
- Penny Appeal
- EMDR Association (UK)
- Lyme Green Settlement CIO
- Society of Friends - Hardshaw Estates Charities
- The Pilkington Charities Fund
- MySpace Housing
- Regenda Limited
- Catholic Blind Institute
- Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine
- Community Foundation for Lancashire and Merseyside
Work highlights
Advising the trustees of Liverpool Zoe’s Place in relation to the “Save Zoe’s Place Baby Hospice” campaign, its registration as a charity, and the proposed transfer of the Liverpool baby hospice to the new charity.
Advising the trustees of MySpace Housing Solutions in relation to its ongoing engagement with the Charity Commission and its governance.
Advising the trustees of Bolton Deaf Society in relation to its merger with Bury Hearing Hub.
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Imogen Trafford
Practice head
Graeme Hughes
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Imogen Trafford