Offshore: Trusts
UK Guide 2025 : Guernsey
Band 1
Email address
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(01481) 727 272About
Provided by Carey Olsen
Carey Olsen has one of the largest trusts and private wealth practices in the Channel Islands.
We have the scale and experience to resource the establishment of a range of offshore trust vehicles to assist with wealth planning and asset protection - from straightforward to more complex structures. We also advise on the ongoing administration and operation of offshore trusts. We understand the longevity of trusts work, which is why we focus on building long-term connections with our clients and their advisers.
Carey Olsen represents professional trustees, private individuals and families, banks, financial institutions and charities from all over the world. International law firms and accountancy practices look to us for support on projects that require specialist advice on the laws and regulations of our jurisdictions.
Chambers Review
Carey Olsen advises on complex contentious and non-contentious trust matters, and is regarded as a leading firm in the jurisdiction.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Their legal advice is spot on but is also backed up by a strong commercial awareness of all matters."
"A very strong and balanced team with expertise in all areas of company and trust laws and regulations."
"Their legal advice is spot on but is also backed up by a strong commercial awareness of all matters."
"A very strong and balanced team with expertise in all areas of company and trust laws and regulations."
Notable Practitioners
Konrad Friedlaender is a consultant at the firm who advises on complex cross-border trusts matters, as well as employee benefit schemes and pensions. He is particularly well regarded for his technical expertise.
"I've found his advice to be practical and straightforward."
"A market leader in trust advice."
Natasha Kapp advises on a broad range of trusts matters, including formations and restructurings.
"Natasha always provides exceptional service levels, is always available to discuss matters, reacts very quickly when necessary and continually keeps us apprised of any developments."
"A first-class draftsperson on trust matters."
Russell Clark leads the firm's Guernsey trusts and private wealth practice, and is well known for handling contentious and non-contentious estate, succession and trust matters.
"Russell is an exceptional lawyer and I love dealing with him and the team. We always find him very down to earth and approachable."
"One of the leading lawyers on the island."
Patricia Montgomery advises local and international clients on the structuring and administration of trusts. Montgomery was promoted to partner in 2023.
"Patricia is always available and eager to find solutions."
Ranked Lawyers at
Carey Olsen
Guernsey
Members
Provided by Carey Olsen
Andrew Munro
Julie Currie
Kirsty McGeough
Laila Arstall
Nina Clift
Robert Quinn
Head of Department
Wendy Garrard