Charities - Australia
What the team is known for
Sparke Helmore boasts a fully dedicated not-for-profit and charities team that regularly advises across corporate, contractual, regulatory and tax issues. Its legal team has experience with registering and changing charity subtypes, governance and compliance concerning donations, gifts and funding. The firm is also noted for assisting indigenous groups in their incorporation process. Its key clients include Three Rivers Regional Assembly, Sisters in Law Project and Newcastle Fringe Festival.
Strengths
"They are extremely responsive and provide excellent advice on all governance matters."
"They have wonderful communication and are always open to extra questions or concerns - a really collaborative team."
Work highlights
Sparke Helmore advised Feedback Organic Recovery on its registration as a company limited by guarantee, implementation of its governance frameworks, ACNC registration process and obtaining a deductible gift recipient endorsement as an environmental organisation.
Notable practitioners
Sydney-based Sally Weatherstone heads the firm's charities team and is a key contact.
