James Evans
Tozers Solicitors LLP
Tozers Solicitors LLP
Client SatisfactionTozers Solicitors LLP fields a vibrant charity practice that is popular with both regional and national charities who turn to the firm for assistance with a vast range of issues including those relating to charity law, dispute resolution, contested probate, and property. James Evans helms the group and has longstanding experience in this sector; he advises on matters such as constitutional issues, transactions and mergers, and funding. Charity governance constitutes a particular area of expertise for Amy Laver. Commercial litigator Martin Laver and property-related specialist Vernon Clarke are further key contacts in the practice.
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'We were very fortunate to have had Tozers recommended to us and have enjoyed exemplary service from them from start to finish.’
‘James Evans provided a great service and helped me immensely with the big piece of work we were engaged with.’
'I have found, and continue to find James Evans most helpful and knowledgeable not only of the charity law but also his empathy with the work of charities and not-for-profit organisations.'
- 'While James Evans' advice is always clear he does explore options for discussion with clients.'
- 'James Evans is kind with his time and thoughts on queries re charity guidance and laws.’
‘The team has a good understanding of our charity. If our main contact is away there is always someone on hand that understands our needs and can advise us.’
‘The team at Tozers are responsive and clear in their communication with our charity.’
‘Tozers Solicitors continue to provide an almost instant bespoke service for our charity, offering sound and relevant advice as and when required.'
Key clients
- South West Lakes Trust
- Devon Wildlife Trust
- Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust
- Rowcroft House Foundation Ltd (Rowcroft Hospice)
- The Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance Charity
- Hospiscare
- Plymouth Marine Laboratory
- Buckfast Abbey
- Devon County Agricultural Association
- Gloucestershire Constabulary Benevolent Fund
- South Devon Railway
- Devon Mind
- Exeter Royal Academy for Deaf Education (The Deaf Academy)
- InFocus Charity
Work highlights
- Advised The Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance Charity throughout the process of adopting completely revised and updated articles, including advising on the drafting of the new articles, applying for and successfully obtaining the required Charity Commission consents to alterations.
- Acted for the client which operates a number of care home facilities in two separate charity mergers, both involving other independent care home charities operating under the same brand.
- Advised South Devon Railway on its recently launched community share offer which is hoped will raise up to £3m in order to fund various significant capital projects.
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James Evans