Paul Ridout
Paul has over 20 years’ experience of advising charity and other voluntary sector clients, with particular focus on faith-based organisations as well as charities working in cultural/heritage, medical and conservation fields.
Noted as a leading individual by The Legal 500, he trained as a solicitor after nearly eight years spent working at the Charity Commission and has extensive experience of guiding charities through mergers and constitutional changes.
He has acted as interim manager of two charities subject to formal investigation by the Charity Commission.
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Awards
Chambers & Partners UK 2023
Band 4 for Charities
“Paul Ridout is a brilliant lawyer, he knows how everything operates.”
The Legal 500 UK 2023
Recommended in the Charities and Not-for-profit category
“Paul Ridout is a joy to work with. He is approachable and his responses are always practical whilst demonstrating his deep knowledge of his subject area.”
Chambers & Partners UK 2022
Band 4 for Charities
“He is the epitome of calm, cool and collected – he listens, understands and presents us with the options.”
“He is an excellent lawyer who understands our needs and is very reliable.”
Department
Awards
Chambers & Partners UK 2023
Band 4 for Charities
“Paul Ridout is a brilliant lawyer, he knows how everything operates.”
The Legal 500 UK 2023
Recommended in the Charities and Not-for-profit category
“Paul Ridout is a joy to work with. He is approachable and his responses are always practical whilst demonstrating his deep knowledge of his subject area.”
Chambers & Partners UK 2022
Band 4 for Charities
“He is the epitome of calm, cool and collected – he listens, understands and presents us with the options.”
“He is an excellent lawyer who understands our needs and is very reliable.”
