Governance, Safeguarding and Charity Law

Governance is more than compliance. It is the foundation of trust, accountability and organisational resilience.

We advise both on established governance arrangements and where boards are dealing with particularly sensitive, complex or high-impact decisions.

Strong governance lies at the heart of every successful charity.

We advise boards and leadership teams on safeguarding governance, organisational learning and cultural improvement following safeguarding concerns.

Organisations working with children, adults at risk and others who may be vulnerable require effective safeguarding arrangements, whether operating in the UK or internationally.

Independent investigations are often required where organisations face sensitive governance, safeguarding, regulatory or organisational concerns requiring objective analysis and trusted independent advice.

The core of setting up and running a charity, including reviews, audits, governance handbooks and policies and safeguarding.

We're highly experienced in managing this delicate - and sometimes very public - business.

Specialist support for some of the oldest types of charity in England and Wales.

Gift shops, sheltered housing and research collaborations are just some of the ventures needing comprehensive legal advice.

All manner of employment law for paid staff, volunteers and trustees alike.

Real estate can be even more complex for charities under a strict regulatory gaze - and we guide many through the maze.

It's the lifeblood of running a charity - and also one of its most complex functions at every scale.