Burges Salmon LLP

Catherine De Maid spearheads the philanthropy and charities team at Burges Salmon LLP. The team’s expertise spans pure charity law issues such as charity creation and governance issues, as well as private wealth and philanthropy work, often with cross-border elements. De Maid’s diverse client base includes charitable organisations and high-net-worth philanthropists, particularly those with a South African connection. Ross Simpson undertakes strategic land and rural property cases, while Jessica Chesterfield advises on corporate, governance, trustee and transaction issues. Jacob Ashforth and Scarlett Underwood are also key contacts.