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Charities & social enterprise regulation
Empowering voluntary organisations to thrive
We help charities and social enterprises meet regulatory demands, protect their mission, and deliver impact — with practical, values-aligned legal advice
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Charities and social enterprises operate in a uniquely complex legal environment — balancing public trust, regulatory scrutiny, and limited resources. Shoosmiths’ specialist team supports purpose-driven organisations with clear, cost-effective legal advice that enables them to focus on what matters: delivering impact.

We advise on charity law, governance, and regulation, as well as real estate, commercial, employment, IP, data protection, and health and safety matters. Our clients range from grassroots charities to global foundations and social enterprises. We understand the pressures of doing more with less — and we help clients navigate risk, protect their reputation, and unlock new opportunities.

Our team also supports businesses looking to embed purpose through charitable foundations or ESG-aligned initiatives. And beyond legal advice, we actively convene cross-sector collaboration to drive innovation and shared value.

Whether you’re responding to regulatory change, managing risk, or scaling your impact, we’re here to help you succeed.

Recognised excellence
There is a vast extent of experience within the team, working with charities for many years. They also understand the varying needs of different size charities, from local hospices to major national charities and balance these when dealing with estates.
Legal 500 UK Guide, 2025

Expertise that connects across sectors & services