Charles Russell Speechlys LLP’s charities team has expertise that spans the full range of charity law and legacy disputes, as well as property, construction, employment and corporate issues. Julia Cox leads the team and has extensive experience dealing with the Charity Commission, handling trustee liability issues and incorporations. Co-head Ian Brothwood presides over the firm’s strategic land team, advising on property mandates. Penelope Byatt lends her expertise to constitutional and governance matters and also has experience advising on mergers and the establishment of new charities.
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- ‘Penelope Byatt's knowledge and communication of the Charity Commission's requirements were outstanding.’
- ‘They deliver what clients need and have in-depth specialist knowledge.’
Lawyers
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
Julia Cox; Ian Brothwood
Other key lawyers
Penelope Byatt