Chambers Review
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Charities - Scotland
What the Team is Known For
Gillespie Macandrew provides charities with a full-service offering, acting on a wide range of legal issues. The firm is particularly adept at advising clients on the regulatory and governance aspects of charity law. It shows noteworthy strength in charity financing matters, including grants and loans, as well as corporate issues, such as the establishment and winding up of charities. The team advises clients from a range of areas, including conservation and sustainability organisations, arts and cultural funds, and social care charities. It is also noted for its strength in property, employment and intellectual property matters.
Strengths
The firm provides excellent and comprehensive advice. The lead was thorough and knowledgeable. The advice from the junior in the initial consultation was detailed and clear.
They have skilled knowledge and expertise in a complex area. Gillespie Macandrew were very supportive of us and provided a clear range of options.
Gillespie Macandrew were very responsive when we sent over enquiries. They are always willing to go the extra mile.
Work Highlights
Gillespie Macandrew advised the Mount Stuart Trust on a range of charity issues, in particular with regard to land ownership.
Notable practitioners
Alan is good to deal with and pragmatic. He knows about corporate work and charities work, and he was helpful.
Alan Gilfillan is very knowledgeable and responsive.
Kevin Sturgeon is an associate on the Gillespie Macandrew charity law team. He is noted for his work advising charities on asset transfers and real estate matters.
We received absolutely exceptional support, encouragement and advice from Kevin. We consider him a friend of our organisation. His insights were invaluable.