Brabners LLP’s charities and not-for-profit team is led by Graeme Hughes, who specialises exclusively in charity law and advises on complex matters, including charity registrations, incorporations, and regulatory investigations. Within the team, Imogen Trafford also focuses solely on charity law. The team acts for a range of notable clients, such as the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine, Everton in the Community, the National Football Museum, and North West Cancer Research, also engaging in pro-bono initiatives to support charities.

DTM Legal LLP’s team leverages its expertise across departments to support local organisations. Alison Brennan heads the team, advising on governance, ensuring constitutions remain fit for purpose, and assisting unincorporated associations with incorporation. Richard Thomas handles contentious matters, notably acting for Nightingale House Hospice and The Christie Charity, routinely acting in legacy claims. Heather Lally advises trustees and individuals on the establishment of charitable trusts, particularly in relation to inheritance tax planning, and Kate Pritchard assists charities with property transactions. Ashleigh Serjeant is noted for her expertise in retail leases, and John Marshall joined the team in January 2025.

Mills & Reeve LLP advises charities and not-for-profits on governance, fundraising, regulation, and commercial matters. Clients include BBC Children in Need, the British Council, and Anxiety UK. Paul Knight leads the team, specialising in data protection and IT contract work. Co-lead Simon Pedley leads dispute resolution arm of practice, handling regulatory issues, contested legacies, and reputation management cases, while Sara Barrett is active across the commercial, education, and not-for-profit sectors. Rona McPherson and Sarah Attwood advise on grant arrangements, procurement, and commercial contracts. The team also advises charities on estates, construction, and technology-related issues. Alasdair Dougan is a key figure within the practice.

Shoosmiths LLP’s national charities and not-for-profit team operates from Manchester. Practice co-lead Robert Nieri works exclusively on charity and social enterprise mandates, while co-lead Anna Lowe handles real estate matters for charities such as the Land Trust. David Mathias specialises in mixed-use regeneration schemes and statutory orders, with a particular focus on biodiversity net gain. The team also advises on governance, property portfolio reviews, and the use of technology to ameliorate rising operational costs.