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The Charities and Social Enterprises team at Cleaver Fulton Rankin is headed by Stephen Cross, offering broad experience in all aspects of law affecting Charities including but not limited to Company Law, Employment Law, Real Estate Law, Funding and Dispute Resolution and Corporate Governance.
The team’s expertise includes forming and registering charities; advising on charities’ constitutions and rules; restructuring of charities including mergers, asset transfers and transfers of engagements; corporate governance advice; advice on funding agreements and contracts; advising Directors/Trustees of charitable Companies and unincorporated associations and Trusts on their duties, liabilities and responsibilities; cy-prés schemes; trading activities; drafting Terms of Reference for Committees; advising on day-to-day operations and issues such as the regulatory, investigatory and enforcement powers of CCNI, charitable purposes and public benefit; property law issues, including business tenancies; mortgaging charitable property; employment contracts; HR policies and procedures; and TUPE advice.
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Cleaver Fulton Rankin represent Belfast Centre for Arts & Technology in their application for a charity registration with the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland.
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Communication from the department has been seamless and where there have been periods of absence within the team our organisation has always been notified and kept updated.
We were highly impressed by the depth of knowledge and efficiency demonstrated throughout the process. Their ability to handle complex and sophisticated matters is commendable.
The firm has been more than capable to handle all aspects of our matter. The team has been excellent. Excellent responsiveness and superb understanding of our organisation.
I think the main strength was in the communication. We had a very positive experience with the firm.
The advice is provided with full recognition of the need to respond in a timely manner. There is a very helpful and open dialogue between the firm and ourselves so we feel listened to and guided.
Communication from the department has been seamless and where there have been periods of absence within the team our organisation has always been notified and kept updated.
We were highly impressed by the depth of knowledge and efficiency demonstrated throughout the process. Their ability to handle complex and sophisticated matters is commendable.
The firm has been more than capable to handle all aspects of our matter. The team has been excellent. Excellent responsiveness and superb understanding of our organisation.
I think the main strength was in the communication. We had a very positive experience with the firm.
The advice is provided with full recognition of the need to respond in a timely manner. There is a very helpful and open dialogue between the firm and ourselves so we feel listened to and guided.
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Stephen Cross is noted for his work advising charities and other non-profits on complex finance matters.
He is a lovely, lovely man.
Nathan’s professionalism, timely responses, and efficient follow-up emails are outstanding. His focus is firmly grounded in the legal aspects of our needs.
We had nothing but positive, reassuring and highly professional interactions with Nathan.
Nathan has demonstrated he has a wide range of knowledge and expertise and that coupled with his pragmatic approach gives us great confidence in the service provided.
Nathan is an extremely knowledgeable and efficient lawyer.
Nathan has been an excellent solicitor.
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Nathan Campbell
Rachael Gamble
Head of Department