Macfarlanes LLP is lauded by clients for ‘building solid personal relationships, working hard to understand the client’s business and for always being willing to go the extra mile’. Nicholas Harries heads the practice, which draws on specialist teams from across the firm to provide a range of services to both operational charities and individuals with their philanthropic aims. Clients are active in many sectors, from education and healthcare to sustainable development and the promotion of science. Much of its work has an international dimension.
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- ‘Very competent people who really understand the needs of the charity market.’
‘Very strong individuals who understand the sector well and are able to work with clients. They aren't too risk adverse. They are able to direct the clients into making informed decisions that have an impact.'
'Nicholas Harries and Charlotte Howard have both given very timely and very clear advice.’
‘A very well joined up team so that if one person is not available another can always respond and take things forward. Always deliver clear and succinct advice.’
‘Nicholas Harries is always a delight to deal with and is well supported by his team.’
‘The individuals that I have worked with have all been very capable, knowledgeable, accurate and have provided their advice promptly.’
‘Macfarlanes are different from many other law firms because they always look for the smoothest path to agreement, they iron out challenges with good humour, and explain the pros and cons of situations simply and clearly to help decision-making.'
‘The Macfarlanes team builds good relationships at every level and has the experience to provide top-notch legal advice with a smile. They are patient when matters are complex and need a little more explanation.'
Key clients
- Guys and St Thomas’ Foundation
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Nicholas Harries