We are very aware that we are only as good as our clients think we are and that we have to strive to provide even better standards of service every time. This is what our clients say about us:
“We were looking for a legal team who could handle all aspects of law, because of the breadth of issues that FA Charter Standard Clubs and Leagues have to deal with. We were very impressed by the Muckle sports team’s experience, desire to help and can do attitude. The legal issues they will face from the Clubs and Leagues will be varied and sometimes complex, but we believe they have the expertise to provide pragmatic and commercial legal advice, so that Clubs and Leagues can get on with what they do best – playing and enjoying football.”
Douglas Marshall, professional support lawyer, The Football Association
"We had identified a need for quality legal advice in a number of areas including; corporate restructuring, corporate governance and finance raising, property development, intellectual property rights and employment. What we wanted was a legal firm that shared our values, understood our vision and who would work with us on the adventure of turning that vision into a deliverable, commercial proposition. Muckle stood out as the people who it would be most fun to work with and I am delighted that they have joined us in a genuine partnership."
David Harker, Chief Executive, Durham County Cricket Club
"Football has the ability to inspire and engage. Through Chelsea FC Foundation, we are able to support individuals and their communities, in the UK and overseas. John advised the Club on establishing the charity in 2009 and we invited him to become a trustee. The Foundation has grown to deliver a range of community, multi-sports, disability, anti-racism, health and social inclusion projects both domestically and abroad. John's expertise in this niche area has helped us to benefit fully from charitable status and we look forward to increasing the scope of activities and opportunities we can offer to children and young people worldwide."
Simon Taylor, Head of the Chelsea FC Foundation
“Since the inception of the Falcons Community Foundation in 2005 John Devine has not only been integral to the establishment of the charity, but has continually provided the Board of Trustees and Foundation staff with outstanding guidance to drive the work of the Charity forward. The Falcons Community Foundation aims to educate, motivate and inspire via the power of sport and work with up to 20,000 members of the community every year. Working across five pillars of activity, John’s advice has allowed us to expand our grassroots sport, health, education, social inclusion and club development objectives in a highly professional manner. John’s knowledge of the sporting charities sector is unparalleled and has enabled us to maximise the impact we are able to have on various community groups.”
Melanie Magee, Falcons Community Foundation Manager
"The support I have received from John Devine and the team at Muckle has been second to none. They have gone above and beyond what I would have expected a law firm to do. Not only have they advised me on the best way to handle my charitable activities, they have put me in touch with a number of other organisations which have offered their support for this challenge."
Former Newcastle United FC defender, Robbie Elliott, on incorporating and registering The Robbie Elliott Foundation and introducing Robbie to commercial partners who are supporting his ‘Bike for Bobby’ challenge during 2012.
"As a result of John Devine’s outstanding knowledge of the charity sector we have been able to understand and develop more effectively what we are doing in our communities, enabling us to build on our strengths and help us spot other important areas that may need support and advice.”
Andy Evans, CEO, QPR in the Community Trust
"I am delighted to have the opportunity to support children and young people both in the UK and Caribbean through The Jason Roberts Foundation. Since 2007, we have aimed to offer a sporting chance to those in need, creating opportunities for youngsters to increase their self-confidence and fulfil their potential in life. I have enjoyed working with John for over 7 years, both personally and through the Foundation. He has always given clear, pragmatic advice and I look forward to continuing to develop the Foundation with support from John and my fellow trustees."
Jason Roberts MBE, Blackburn Rovers FC, Grenada and Jason Roberts Foundation