Payne Hicks Beach develops private client department with charity law specialist Neasa Coen's appointment

Payne Hicks Beach, a prominent full-service London law firm, has announced the appointment of Neasa Coen as Legal Director for charity and philanthropy law within the Private Client department. Neasa brings her expertise in the charitable and not-for-profit sectors, specialising in advising grant makers, operating charities, public sector bodies, commercial organisations, and philanthropists on various aspects including risk management, governance, regulation, commercial projects, and sustainable finance.

Rosamond McDowell, Head of Private Client at Payne Hicks Beach, expressed her satisfaction with Neasa's appointment, stating, "Neasa is a trusted and commercially astute adviser to philanthropists, boards of charitable companies, and trustees of charitable trusts." McDowell emphasised that Neasa's skill set and expertise align perfectly with the firm's commitment to providing high-quality services to High Net Worth (HNW) and Family Office clients. She also highlighted the increasing importance of charity and philanthropy law in the broader UK economy.

Neasa Coen, who qualified in September 2002, joins Payne Hicks Beach and reunites with former colleagues Martin Paisner CBE, Jessica Henson, and Sam Carver, from Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner (BCLP). Coen's practice spans various areas within charity law, including risk management, governance, and regulatory investigations. She is recognised in Chambers UK and Legal 500 and is listed in the Citywealth Leaders List.

Expressing her enthusiasm about joining Payne Hicks Beach, Neasa Coen stated, "The firm’s high standards of client service and the quality of its wider offering are of great value to charities and philanthropists seeking measured and insightful advice in charity law and surrounding areas including litigation, reputation management, and regulatory investigations."

The appointment of Neasa Coen reflects Payne Hicks Beach's strategic move to enhance its capabilities in charity and philanthropy law, responding to the evolving needs of clients in this sector. With a reputation for excellence and a commitment to providing insightful advice, the addition of Neasa Coen strengthens the firm's position as a go-to destination for clients seeking comprehensive legal services in the realm of charity and philanthropy.