Dispute Resolution

DQ Advocates covers a wide range of disputes on the Isle of Man including both trust and commercial litigation. The firm attracts praise for work on financing disputes and liability and negligence claims. It acts on behalf of private individuals and companies, and represents both in Isle of Man-based and cross-border litigation.

"DQ is our go-to firm for dispute resolution. The firm has an excellent team with a wide range of skills."

"DQ Advocates has one of the strongest legal teams on the island."

DQ Advocates represented defendants including Honeyfield, Abelia, Calida, Hotasaki and Lisianthus in relation to an ex parte worldwide freezing injunction obtained by Emirates NBD Bank and Emirates Islamic Bank.

Leanne McKeown is director and head of the firm's dispute resolution and employment services teams. She has experience in shareholder disputes, fraud and misfeasance claims.

Mark Emery is a director and heads the firm's insolvency and restructuring team. He acts for banks, liquidators and trustees in a wide range of commercial disputes and bankruptcy proceedings. "Mark is a specialist in insolvency and court disputes; he is our go-to man in the Isle of Man." "Mark's advice and guidance on a very complicated matter was first-class, and it was clear from the start that protection of our business was paramount for him." "Mark's handling of various parties is impeccable. He understands how to communicate with each of the parties involved and makes himself available at all times during the process." "Mark Emery's court advocacy is impressive. He's well on his way to becoming a real superstar in the Isle of Man."