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LBMW charity solicitors have a depth of experience in advising international aid organisations on a broad range of issues. We understand the regulatory and legal demands international aid organisations face, as well as issues which arise due to working in conflict zones, areas of extreme humanitarian need and political turmoil.
Our charity lawyers are trusted advisors to many international aid organisations and international charities, and are on hand to guide clients through any issues that they may face.
Thanks to our membership of MSI Global Alliance we have lawyers and accountants in nearly every country in the world who we can bring in alongside us at short notice to address any particular question outside this jurisdiction.
We advise, among other things on: -
- Setting up and registering with the Charity Commission.
- Preparing the appropriate governing document.
- Preparing policies and procedures for working in conflict zones.
- Advising on funding and partnership agreements.
- Restructuring, including advising on federal and group structures
- Crisis management/Serious Incident Reporting
- Governance reviews and risk management
- Employing and managing staff and volunteers
- Governance advice
- Commercial contracts and disputes
- Brand/IP protection
- GDPR/International data sharing
Contact our international aid solicitors today
If you require any assistance with international aid and charity law, contact our charity team:
Phone no.: 0207 222 5381
Email: khalid.sofi@lbmw.com
You can also make an enquiry by filling out the Enquiry Form on www.lbmw.com.
How LBMW can help international aid organisations and charities
Setting up and registering international charities
Setting up and registering a charity is a complex legal process. A charity's legal structure, as well as its constitutional and governance provisions must be effective to enable it to function at optimal ability in an often challenging regulatory and commercial environment.
Our team of charity lawyers provide expert advice on setting up and registering a charitable organisation that operates in the international aid sector. Among many other issues, we assist with determining the most appropriate legal structure for an international aid organisation; drafting the organisation's governing document; and advising on governance and trustee duties.
Choosing and preparing the appropriate governing document
With a depth of understanding of the challenging environment in which international aid charities operate, LBMW charity solicitors provide assistance in choosing and drafting the most appropriate governing document for international aid organisations.
We ensure that the governing document aligns with the unique needs and objectives of the client, while also making sure that it satisfies legal and regulatory requirements.
We also assist with formulating clear and compliant charitable objects, which strongly and clearly reflect the organisation's mission.
Preparing policies and procedures for working in conflict zones
LBMW charity lawyers provide support to international aid charities in preparing comprehensive policies and procedures tailored to their unique operational needs.
By crafting robust policies and frameworks dealing with a broad range of issues including risk assessment, money laundering, corruption, terrorist financing or crisis response, we assist international aid organisations with navigating complex legal requirements and mitigate risk.
Restructuring, including advising on federal and group structures
LBMW assists international aid organisations with corporate restructuring in order to enhance operational efficiency, and ensure compliance with legal requirements.
We provide tailored advice on federal and group structures, helping clients to streamline operations, optimise financial management and resources, and clarify governance structures and entity-coordination.
By designing structures that support both local and international aid objectives, we assist clients to achieve their charitable missions efficiently, while they also maintain transparency and accountability.
Crisis management and serious incident reporting
Our charity lawyers provide support to international aid organisation in crisis management and serious incident reporting. We guide organisations through every step of the process, including identifying reportable incidents, preparing detailed disclosures of the incident, and engaging with the relevant regulators on behalf of the charity.
In parallel, we also help clients develop strategies and policies to prevent, mitigate or manage future incidents that would occur, and assist with handling reputational risks that an organisation might face following a serious incident.
Governance reviews and risk management
We provide comprehensive governance reviews to international aid organisations. Our lawyers assist with identifying vulnerabilities in the operational structure of organisations by identifying and addressing regulatory breaches, financial mismanagement or operational inefficiencies.
Following a comprehensive review of a client's organisation, we assist with developing strong risk management policies and strategies to prevent issues occurring in the future.
Employing and managing staff and volunteers
We support international aid organisations in navigating the complexities of employing staff and volunteers.
With the assistance of the LBMW employment law team, we provide expert guidance on employment law issues, and can assist with drafting employment contracts, ensuring adherence to legal and regulatory requirements.
We also assist aid organisations with creating policies that deal with the issues of employing staff and volunteers, providing a comprehensive framework that addresses points such as safeguarding procedures and workplace safety.
Commercial contracts and disputes
LBMW charity lawyers assist international aid organisations with drafting and negotiating key commercial contracts, which are tailored to the unique needs of the charity.
We always aim to draft clear and precise contracts for our clients, helping to minimise ambiguity in commercial relationships, and reducing the risk of disputes.
In cases of disputes arising, LBMW charity lawyers provide strong support to clients to resolve conflicts efficiently, minimising risk to the charity's reputation, and reducing disruption to the operation of the organisation.
