Offshore: Corporate & Finance including Investment Funds
UK Guide 2025 : Guernsey
Band 3
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Collas Crill has undertaken notable work on investment fund matters, and local and international M&A. The team frequently acts for international financial institutions, property investors and investment managers. Its lawyers provide niche expertise in IT and IP matters and frequently advise fund managers seeking to launch open and closed-end funds.
Work Highlights
- Collas Crill advised Van Mossel on its £45 million acquisition of Jacksons.
Strengths
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"The team is always able to meet tight deadlines and has a very keen understanding of the jurisdiction."
"The firm shows good understanding of the Guernsey regulatory environment and there is a general appreciation of what is going on in the market."
"They provided good cover and were always available when items were required at short notice. They provide clear, commercial advice even when not prompted."
"The team is always able to meet tight deadlines and has a very keen understanding of the jurisdiction."
"The firm shows good understanding of the Guernsey regulatory environment and there is a general appreciation of what is going on in the market."
"They provided good cover and were always available when items were required at short notice. They provide clear, commercial advice even when not prompted."
Notable Practitioners
Wayne Atkinson is head of Collas Crill's corporate, finance and funds team. He has a wide-ranging practice advising asset managers on fund structuring, and corporate groups on structured finance transactions and M&A.
"Wayne is easy to get along with and sees the value of working as part of the service team in providing complete Guernsey services."
Simon Heggs has wide-ranging expertise and works with clients on both corporate transactions and banking matters.
"Simon is able to handle extremely complex situations and take a commercial view on things."
"Simon is very good - he has a strong balance of commerciality, practicality and technical knowledge."
"Simon Heggs is an excellent all-round lawyer - a real star!"
"Simon is able to handle extremely complex situations and is able to take a commercial view on things."
Gareth Morgan is recognised as an up-and-coming partner in the Guernsey corporate and finance space. He has noteworthy expertise in advising clients that operate in regulated industries.
"Gareth is a knowledgeable and reliable practitioner with strong perspective on matters outside of Guernsey."
"Gareth Morgan is good; I would recommend him."
Ranked Lawyers at
Collas Crill
Guernsey