Home / Expertise / Law for The Public Sector & Charities / Charity Constitutions & Structure

Charity Constitutions & Structure

Geldards has a wealth of experience in advising Charity clients how to make practical constitutional and structural changes to better cope with the demands of the current environment.

Restructuring isn’t always complicated but in all cases requires careful thought and specialist knowledge.

We can help you by reviewing your:

  • Charitable objects and activities
  • Administrative provisions
  • Powers

We also advise our Charity clients on the most appropriate legal structure and guide them through the myriad of legal and regulatory issues to help them achieve their vision. Such issues can include regulatory, procurement and contracting, TUPE and pensions issues.

We can set up:

  • Charitable Incorporated Organisations (CIOs)
  • Trusts
  • Unincorporated Associations or clubs
  • Limited Companies
  • Community Interest Companies (CICs)
  • Community Benefit Societies (formerly Industrial & Provident Societies)
  • Co-operatives
  • Community Amateur Sports Clubs (CASCs)
  • Other “mutuals” including Community Development Trusts

We are particularly experienced in advising faith-based organisations on their constitutions and legal structures. We can assist our clients to uphold their spiritual values whilst remaining legally compliant. Many of our team have personal links with the faith communities we advise, giving us a unique understanding of your priorities.

Related expertise include: Charity Law & Governance, Charity Mergers & Collaborations, Charity Trading & Operations.

Awards & Accreditations

Related Expertise

Like to talk about Charity Constitutions & Structure?

What clients say

"The experienced and approachable team provides specialist legal charity advice."

Charities & Not-For-Profit, Wales, Legal 500 2023

"Geldards provides clear advice on their subject matter and executes appropriate timely action on instruction."

Charities & Not-For-Profit, Wales, Legal 500 2023

"Needless to say, everything you and your colleagues have done for the Society is very much appreciated....it's taken a huge weight off our shoulders over the past months."

Society for Nautical Research

"Thank you for a very useful Trustee training session earlier this week. I’ve had positive feedback from the Trustees, and the newer members and SLT found it to be particularly useful. "

Client Quote

"We are so very grateful for all the help you've given us since we started this merger. Please pass our thanks onto Harriet and the rest of the team involved in guiding us through this tumultuous and drawn out episode. You are stars!!!! "

Client Quote

To Top