Nicola joined Birketts in January 2024 and is a Legal Director in our Charities Team based in our London office.

Nicola advises charities of all sizes and structures with a particular interest in Royal Charter corporations. She advises on a broad range of charity matters, specialising in governance and complex regulatory issues often involving the Charity Commission (including conflicts of interest, trustee benefits, restricted funds and permanent endowment), and works closely with colleagues across the firm in relation to commercial contracts, charity disputes and serious incidents.

With a career background in international patent litigation, professional regulation and within the charity sector itself, Nicola is uniquely placed to act as a strategic advisor to her clients, supporting them to deliver their charitable purposes as efficiently and effectively as possible.

Nicola is a regular contributor to the sector press, including writing articles for Charity Finance.

Experience and education

2024 – Joined Birketts
2020 – Joined Taylor Vinters (merged with Mishcon de Reya in 2023)
2018 – Joined Edward Connor Solicitors
2017 – Qualified as a facilitator for “Circle of Security” parenting courses
2009 – Qualified as a life coach
2008-2018 – Various project management positions within the charity sector
2003 – In-house legal advisor at the General Medical Council
2000 – Qualified as a Solicitor. Joined Bird & Bird
1998 – Trainee at Simmons & Simmons