Blake Morgan LLP fields ‘broad coverage and expertise’ across charity governance, risk management and strategic operations, as well as grant making and charity formation. The practice is jointly led by Laura Sherratt, who advises on a range of commercial and governance issues, including registration, incorporation, mergers and joint ventures, and Rachel Sales, who is particularly experienced in commercial property matters and has been notably active in advising clients in the education sector on their property interests. Ben Brice departed the firm in July 2024.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The individuals understood our charity.'
- ‘The team has a good breadth of specialisms. We needed advice as a charity for taking out a complicated lease, and the firm had both centres of expertise.’
Key clients
- Abingdon Learning Trust
- Activate Learning
Work highlights
Advising Cardiff YMCA Charity on its proposed merger with Cardiff YMCA Housing Association.
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Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Laura Sherratt; Rachel Sales