Charities - Scotland
What the Team is Known For
Turcan Connell possesses an outstanding level of experience and expertise with regard to private Acts of Parliament, Royal Charter amendments and tax law issues affecting charities, trusts and endowment funds. The team is particularly adept at representing heritage and historic buildings charities, conservation societies and educational institutions in charity law mandates. The firm regularly advises clients on contentious charities issues and maintains a leading commercial practice, assisting charities with mergers, reorganisations and real estate issues.
Notable Practitioners
Head of the charities department Gavin McEwan is a highly regarded lawyer who frequently represents notable charities on a range of issues, including mergers, asset disposals and constitutional matters. He is also skilled at advising on contentious matters, including proceedings before the Upper Tribunal for Scotland.
Debbie McIlwraith Cameron is a senior associate in the firm's charities team. She has a burgeoning practice advising a range of clients across the charities and third sector spaces.
