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Green technologies and consultancy arrangements

The way ahead for sustainability is through the development and adoption of green technology, processes and methodologies. As the creator or supplier of such goods or services, you need to ensure that your green invention, technique or advice is properly protected and that you are able to derive maximum benefit from… Read More

Incorporation of existing charities

We frequently advise unincorporated charities (i.e. charitable trusts or unincorporated associations) on the relevance and benefits of incorporation to their charity. Key services and issues Articles of Association Branch structures Charity Commission registration Charitable companies Register of mergers Risk and liability assessments Social Enterprises TUPE Our… Read More

Charities and trading

Expert advice on charitable and non-charitable trading issues We advise clients on charitable and non-charitable trading issues, including the use of tax exemptions and concessions. Our team regularly establish wholly-owned subsidiary companies and advise on the inter-relationship between the trading company and the charity. We have recently established a… Read More

NHS charitable funds and legacies

Leading charity lawyers with deep experience in NHS charitable funds and other related charities We have a highly experienced charities and social enterprise team advising NHS charitable funds and other related charities on a wide range of legal issues, in particular constitutional and governance queries and also legacies. We… Read More

Buying or selling professional practices

Comprehensive advice on disposals and acquisitions of private practices We have considerable experience in acting for clients who are seeking either to dispose of their existing private practice or to acquire a new business. Our experience has shown us that there are several factors which, if dealt with from the outset, can… Read More

Buying or selling a dental practice

Whether you are an individual dentist buying your first practice, a corporate group building your portfolio or a practice owner seeking to dispose of your practice, our experienced team is here to help. We understand that for some of our clients, this will be a once in a lifetime transaction. Read More

Corporate finance

Expertise across the board on corporate finance issues Change is something that affects all organisations. We help our clients to manage finance changes and provide expert legal advice relevant to an organisation’s stage of development, from advising start-ups, growing companies requiring specialist advice or funding to owners seeking a… Read More

Charity governance and constitutions

Extensive experience in charity governance and constitutional reviews We have extensive experience of carrying out charity governance and constitutional reviews which may have identified opportunities for reorganisation in the charity’s structure. This may include help charities to clarify the role of the trustees, create a smaller and more effective Board… Read More

Trustee training

Comprehensive training for trustees We provide training for charity trustees either as part of their induction or ongoing training of existing trustees (as required by SORP 2005). We have extensive experience of conducting general or tailor-made trustee training sessions. We have also been called upon by… Read More

Royal Charter Corporations

Experienced advisers on Royal Charters We have extensive experience of advising Royal Charter corporations on amending Royal Charters, Rules or Bye Laws. We regularly advise leading societies and other national bodies considering applying for a Royal Charter. We recently advised a leading national charity on substantial changes to its Royal… Read More