How can we help?

We will guide you as to the most suitable structure, considering each of the following options

• A company limited by guarantee which charitable status (a charitable company)
• A charitable trust
• A charitable incorporated organisation (permitted under the 2006 Charity’s Act)
• An unincorporated association
• A voluntary organisation Whichever structure is applicable, we attend to the complete registration process.

Formation

When establishing a charity, you need legal advice from the outset to ensure that you are on the right footing from the outset and to pre-empt any issues which you might face further down the line as your charity grows.

We have devised a suite of affordable charity registration packages to cater for all budgets and ensure that the structure you are putting in place is appropriate and will serve your charity for years to come.

Incorporation

The process of turning your charity from an unincorporated structure to an incorporated one can be lengthy and complex but can also be considered an opportunity to improve your governance and reflect upon the way in which your organisation is run. We can assist with this process including:

• Drafting the new Constitution
• The consultation process with relevant stakeholders
• Transfers of employees including TUPE (Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2006) transfers
• Transferring assets to new corporate structures
• Issues surrounding the transfer of permanent endowment and designated land