Charities
UK Guide 2025 : Scotland
Band 2
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(0141) 303 1100Chambers Review
In November 2023, Morton Fraser and MacRoberts merged and the combined firm is called Morton Fraser MacRoberts. Morton Fraser MacRoberts assists charities and public bodies as well as social enterprise organisations with all aspects of charity law and regulation. The team possesses further expertise in fund-raising, tax, employment law and data protection issues affecting third sector organisations. The firm's clients include those in regulated sectors, such as health and social care charities.
Work Highlights
- Morton Fraser MacRoberts advised the Scottish Women's Institute throughout its governance review process.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"MFM is professional and quick to respond. The firm provides excellent advice."
"Morton Fraser MacRoberts has always met my needs responsively and to the highest standard."
"Morton Fraser MacRoberts' handling of complex matters has always been outstanding."
"MFM is professional and quick to respond. The firm provides excellent advice."
"Morton Fraser MacRoberts has always met my needs responsively and to the highest standard."
"Morton Fraser MacRoberts' handling of complex matters has always been outstanding."
Notable Practitioners
Robin Fallas regularly advises charities and social impact organisations on contractual, governance and regulatory issues. He has noteworthy experience assisting clients with charitable objectives focused on cultural advancement, community development and health and wellbeing.
"Robin's knowledge and experience are excellent."
"Robin is a supportive and attentive lawyer, and an insightful and helpful partner."
Valerie Armstrong-Surgenor possesses a strong track record of advising notable charities on a range of matters. She has a particular focus on governance and safeguarding issues, as well as data protection in the third sector.
"Val is an excellent, trusted advisor."
"Valerie is available at short notice and provides excellent advice on complex issues."
Adrian Bell is adept at assisting with governance issues affecting the third sector, as well as advising on the formation and registration of charities, foundations and social investment funds.
"Adrian consistently provides a good service across the board."
Melissa Hall is an associate with significant experience of assisting clients in the third sector. She is particularly adept at advising on data protection mandates arising out of governance and marketing issues.
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Morton Fraser MacRoberts
Scotland