Neasa is a partner in our Charity Law and Governance team.
With a focus on the charitable sector, Neasa advises grant makers, operating charities, public sector bodies, commercial clients and philanthropists on risk management, governance, regulation, projects and tax.
As an experienced charity lawyer with a significant track record, Neasa is a trusted adviser to clients, providing nuanced advice and supporting them to navigate change and deal with complex risk and regulatory problems. She has deep expertise in advising grant makers and philanthropists on governance, regulation and risk management, social investment and in acting for corporates and corporate foundations on their dealings with the charitable sector. Neasa is also experienced in advising on faith-based and interfaith charitable work, as well as in relation to art and cultural property.
Neasa speaks regularly at conferences on charity law and practice. Popular subjects include sustainable finance, cryptocurrency, equality issues for faith charities, cross-border giving and the use of donor advised funds.
Neasa is based in our London office but can support you nationally.
Neasa Coen stands out for her intellect. She listens, analyses and gives practical, commercial yet firm advice. I value knowing that she is a lawyer with experience beyond not for profit, yet having amongst the deepest knowledge of charity law of many other leaders in the sector.
What others say
Neasa has been recognised over many years by leading legal directories, Chambers & Partners and Legal 500, having been named as a 'Next Generation Partner' in Legal 500's 2026 guide. Neasa has also been listed in Spears Tax and Trust Adviser's Index 2025 as a 'Recommended' Tax Lawyer.
'We worked with Neasa Coen who specialises in charity law and the issue we engaged her with was an issue of governance. Her advice, competence, turnaround of prompt delivery and her professional skills were superb' - Legal 500
'Her experience was invaluable in negotiating the issues raised by the Charity Commission.' - Chambers & Partners
'Neasa has excellent work ethic coupled with deep legal knowledge and an analytical mind. She makes for an excellent lawyer.' - Chambers & Partners
'Neasa offered really practical advice as she guided us through our charitable registration process.' - Chambers & Partners
What You Might Like to Know
Neasa is the contributor to the chapter on Royal Charters in the Encyclopaedia of Forms and Precedents, and she also sits as a Fee-paid Employment Tribunal Judge.
Neasa studied Modern Languages at the University of Oxford and completed postgraduate studies at University College Dublin and SOAS.
Other teams Neasa works with
Neasa also works with our Real Estate, Education, Commercial and Tax teams.
