How we help
Our charity solicitors give practical advice on the full spectrum of charity and commercial law - from drafting commercial contracts, to advising on grants, to handling the most complex, high profile and sensitive cases.
But we do a lot more than advise on the usual issues. We offer extensive support to boards looking to improve their governance or make tough decisions. We can help you with difficult questions around regulation and compliance.
When it comes to collaborative working and mergers, our charity lawyers understand the process, legal issues and potential obstacles to consider.
Whatever your need, we've helped countless charities in similar situations before. Get in touch to find out how we can help you.
Our reputation
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They really try to understand your business and think of things from your perspective
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Bates Wells is a "21st century law firm with a very knowledgeable and flexible team. The service it provides is second to none
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The team have an in-depth knowledge of the public sector and are also creative in their suggestions and solutions.
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They are real experts, particularly in the regulation of charities by the Charity Commission.
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The department is the largest and best in the UK and is backed up by first-rate specialist departments including employment, immigration, legacies and property
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Clients consider the firm to deliver an exceptional level of service, with a thorough understanding of the regulatory, charitable and commercial sectors and how they interrelate
Case Studies
We took on a large project with Samaritans.
The Jewish Museum has an income of around £2m a year and the trustees wanted a health check to make sure their governance arrangements were up to date, compliant and good practice.
Our Charity Team
Recommendations
Bates Wells has an unrivalled understanding of the sector
Bates Wells has tremendous strength in depth. They are thought leaders.
The frontrunners in the market
The team demonstrates a holistic approach in providing legal services and a willingness to understand and be responsive to the client's broader needs beyond the strict legal advice sought.
The team combines flawless technical knowledge of charity law with superb interpersonal relationships. The lawyers are the lead experts who also understand the power and importance of knowing their clients and their needs intimately'
Bates Wells has a truly stellar reputation and happily is able to live up to this. The name is constantly mentioned when discussing leading practitioners in the space, and the individuals making up the team are all recognised in their own right for the work they do and the advice they give
