Dispute Resolution

Appleby's dispute resolution team is recommended for the strength of its advocates and for its deep sector knowledge. The team has notable expertise in regulatory enforcement, complex trust disputes and data protection. The team is able to advise on multi-jurisdictional litigation by drawing on expertise from the wider firm's global network of offices.

"The Appleby team are proactive in addressing issues and take the initiative to come up with a plan of action."

"Appleby's client service has been nothing short of exemplary, with the team not only being extremely responsive but in fact highly proactive in making contact themselves."

"The team are very experienced in Guernsey regulatory disputes. It gives me a lot of confidence."

Appleby advised EPEA Fund Services on its defence of claims by the liquidators of Lavaux Capital in connection with failed fund investments. 

Anthony Williams serves as head of Appleby's dispute resolution team on Guernsey. He advises trusts and funds on commercial litigation matters including restructurings and control of trust disputes. "Anthony Williams's advocacy skills are out of this world. He's an expert when it comes to standing in front of a judge; he has authority presenting an argument." "Anthony is insightful and realistic in his advice." "Anthony is fantastic and a pleasure to work with. He provides excellent and informed advice and delivers work of the highest quality." "Anthony has always given clear, concise and, most of all, sound advice. He has the ability to clearly articulate the facts and take pre-emptive action, which is why he is the first person I think of when I need legal advice."