I am an Associate in the Charity and Social Enterprise department at Bates Wells. I advise charities and not for profit organisations on a range of charity law issues. I have a particular focus on fundraising, governance, and equitable funding.
I returned to Bates Wells in 2026 after four years working in-house, first at Macmillan Cancer Support and then at Guy’s and St Thomas’ Foundation. I hope to bring this hands-on experience into my work at Bates Wells, recognising the real-life challenges that many of our clients are working through.
I am particularly passionate about mental health charities, and charities tackling structural challenges in our society. I was a trustee of a mental health charity for several years. I work part time at Bates Wells, and outside of this work, I am training as a psychotherapist.
- I’ve advised a number of charities on their key fundraising relationships, including corporate partnership arrangements, relationships with door-to-door agencies and with external lottery providers.
- I’ve advised a range of charitable funders on their funding arrangements – including social investments and grant arrangements. This has included creating template grant agreements, often aimed at balancing power with funded partners
- I’ve advised a number of charities on various constitutional and governance matters, including updating governing documents and policies in line with current law and best practice or to adapt them to best suit their needs.