Kirsty McEwen heads the team at Higgs LLP, whose lawyers are ‘genuine specialists in their field [and] passionate about the sector’. The group is skilled at providing constitutional, governance and regulatory advice to charities and not-for-profit organisations. McEwen has significant experience of working on complex restructurings and reorganisation projects. She also spearheads the firm’s philanthropy offering. Senior associate Ellie Williams advises on a broad range of matters. The practice has a particular specialism in acting for heritage charities and benevolent associations. Other key clients include alms-house charities, amateur sports charities and arts organisations.
Testimonials
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‘Kirsty McEwan and Ellie Williams approach their clients in a calm and reassuring manner, bringing ideas to them and ensuring they remain compliant whilst acknowledging that delivery of their clients' charitable objectives is paramount – they help "find a way".'
‘Together Kirsty, Ellie and Tora are one of the largest and strongest charity teams in the Midlands with the ability to cover almost any issue. Their true specialism in charities is unusual and their annual conference and regular updates are excellent.’
Key clients
- The Warwickshire Cricket Foundation
- Lichfield Cathedral School
Work highlights
- Advising Warwickshire County Cricket Club on restructuring and reorganisation options, the subsequent registration of the Warwickshire Cricket Foundation and the merger of two other entities, one charitable and one non-charitable.
- Advising Lounge Underwear on setting up a corporate charitable foundation, dealing with the subsequent charity registration process and providing ongoing governance and regulatory advice.