With a diverse charity portfolio, VWV is active across a broad range of sectors with a specific focus on third sector clients operating in healthcare, arts and education. The firm also assists public sector bodies and universities on their charity law needs, and fields expertise in matters such as governance, regulatory compliance, constructions, and fundraising. Con Alexander helms the Bristol-based practice and counts transactions, restructuring and tax matters amongst his area of expertise. Faith organisations regularly turn to Laura Chesham, while Rachel Tonkin was promoted to partner in July 2023 and is particularly active advising charitable universities.
Testimonials
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‘VWV has a strong charity practice, working with a large number of large and high-profile charities in the region. Their depth of experience in the charity sector is valuable.’
‘I have worked closely with Con Alexander on several projects. He has an excellent approach to solving complex issues in the charity sector which he is able to articulate to clients in a way that they can understand.’
Key clients
- Parish Giving Scheme
- Benefact Trust Limited
Work highlights
- Advised Parish Giving Scheme on its merger with Church of England Central Services (part of the National Church Institutions).
- Advised the University of Bristol in relation to the Government's £225m investment to create a new Artificial Intelligence Research Resource hosted by the University.