Charities & Not-for-Profit
Our specialist private client solicitors in London, Kent and the South East have extensive and specialist experience of helping clients with charities and not-for-profit matters.
Practical, specialist support for charities, trustees and not-for-profit organisations
Charities operate in a demanding regulatory and commercial environment. Trustees need to balance their legal duties with day-to-day operational pressures, manage risk appropriately and ensure the organisation continues to deliver its charitable aims. We provide clear, focused advice to help charities navigate these responsibilities with confidence, offering ongoing support across governance, compliance and operational matters.
Covering Bromley, West Wickham, Sevenoaks and London our Charities team work closely with trustees, senior leaders and management teams, providing the guidance needed to support good decision-making and long-term sustainability.
Governance, Structures and Compliance
Strong governance is essential for any charity. We advise trustees on their duties, conflicts of interest and the steps required to ensure decisions are made lawfully and transparently. Our team reviews and updates constitutions, assists with changes to trustee boards and advises on restructuring where a different structure would better serve the charity’s needs.
We also support charities with their regulatory obligations, including reporting to the Charity Commission and responding to regulatory engagement. Where a charity’s activities or circumstances change, we help trustees understand their options and ensure the organisation remains compliant and well-governed.
Operational and Strategic Support
Charities often require advice on issues that arise as part of their day-to-day operations. Through our wider firm, we provide specialist support across commercial, property and employment matters. This includes negotiating and advising on contracts, advising on funding arrangements, dealing with property transactions and supporting charities with employment queries relating to staff and volunteers.
We understand the practical challenges of running a charity, whether that involves managing risk, planning for growth, forming partnerships or considering collaborative projects. Our aim is to provide clear, commercially-minded advice that enables trustees and leadership teams to concentrate on delivering their charitable objectives.
How our Charities team can help you
If your charity requires support with governance, compliance or operational matters, our Charities team would be pleased to assist. Contact us to speak with one of our specialist private client solicitors on 020 8290 0440.
