Michelmores LLP’s broad practice assists an array of charities, including those in the educational, environmental and animal welfare sectors. The charities and not-for-profit team excels in the full range of related matters, including legacy disputes, charity creation, regulation and governance issues, M&A, restructurings and other transactions and fundraising mandates. Edward Porter anchors the firm’s non-contentious offering and Tony Cockayne handles the contentious side. Promoted to partner in May 2024, Nerys Thomas specialises in conversions to a CIO, while Victoria Miller undertakes corporate issues such as charity law, structuring and trustee governance matters.
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- ‘The Charities and not-for-profit team at Michelmores is incredibly flexible. They provide enthusiasm for any task, however atypical.’
‘Victoria Miller has been outstanding. She goes the extra mile to give our company the best outcomes and to give us the best chances of success in the non-profit sector. Victoria clearly works very hard, is always kind, and gives her clients her time generously.’
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Nerys Thomas
Practice head
Edward Porter
Other key lawyers
Tony Cockayne; Nerys Thomas; Victoria Miller