Extensive charity law experience, with a keen interest in the governance of charities.
PartnerKenneth Pinkerton
Specialising in the field of employment law for over 20 years and advising charities on issues in the workplace.
PartnerLynne Marr
Advising third sector clients on mergers, investments, constitutional documents and governance.
Legal DirectorPaul Breen
Our charity lawyers are committed to assisting charities and third sector bodies, social enterprises, public sector related charities, and individuals and companies.
Choosing Brodies charity and third sector lawyers
We understand that every charitable, social and philanthropic goal is different, and charities vary in size, structure and purpose. Taking all of that into account, we tailor our services to meet the individual needs of each client – whether complex or relatively simple.
With the backing of Scotland's largest resource of legal experts, our support extends to the full range of legal and governance advice such as structures and set-up, training, contracts and employment matters, through to regulatory compliance relating to bodies such as OSCR, HMRC, Care Inspectorate and the Gambling Commission. We also advise on collaboration and mergers, funding and fundraising, intellectual property, social finance, lending and investment, philanthropy and estate planning, including legacy advice and taxation, and real estate projects.
Brodies offers a one-stop shop with a broad range of specialists to meet our diverse needs.
Chambers UK 2026
Charities & Third Sector key highlights
- Work with universities, family foundations, galleries, theatres and music venues, service-providing charities, lotteries, Corporate Social Responsibility projects and social enterprises.
- Our team includes solicitors with corporate, private client and regulatory backgrounds.
- Ranked top tier in Legal 500 UK for our charities practice.
The whole team at Brodies are exceptional. They are proactive and responsive and take the time to listen and truly understand the matter at hand to offer practical and valuable advice.
Legal 500 UK 2026
Exceptional knowledge of charity law and governance.
Legal 500 UK 2026
Brodies have an in-depth understanding of charity law and the sector, with the ability to scale and tailor advice when appropriate.
Chambers UK 2026
Brodies' charity team have been extremely responsive and knowledgeable on their subject matter and area of expertise. They have a solutions-focused approach and navigate complex challenges.
Chambers UK 2026
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