The firm has a respected record of providing specialised legal advice to this sector and has assisted many charitable organisations manage complex legislative requirements and establish structures which are most beneficial to their operation.

Harwood Andrews Lawyers regularly provides counsel to charities in areas such as structuring, taxation advice, corporate governance, director’s duties, obligations and liabilities.

In addition, Harwood Andrews Lawyers has provided advice and prepared documentation for the establishment of new charities and foundations.

In 2006, Harwood Andrews Lawyers played a pivotal role in the launch of the Sunrise Foundation – a depression education initiative created and led by former AFL footballer Wayne Schwass.

Harwood Andrews Lawyers prides itself on assisting charities and other not-for-profit organisations achieve their preferred outcomes.

Harwood Andrews Lawyers has worked on a mix of projects and clients in the not-for-profit sector. These include established organisations with considerable public profile, such as disability services provider Scope, through to smaller, locally-focused groups.