General Business Law

Peter Isola has an established reputation in the Gibraltar market. His corporate and commercial law expertise extends across a wide variety of areas, advising on the establishment and management of trusts as well as acting for public sector clients on large urban development projects.

"It is excellent working with Peter Isola. He is very much involved in the detail and is very commercial."

"He is particularly sound in his advice."

Christian Hernandez possesses outstanding expertise in the shipping sector and leads the department at ISOLAS. He regularly acts on large ship arrests. In addition, he rises in the corporate and commercial rankings due to his strong transactional practice. He frequently assists with financing and refinancing mandates, including DCM deals.

"Christian is extremely well known in the market as the go-to shipping lawyer in Gibraltar. His advice is always first class and he is able to navigate commercial issues in a pragmatic, no-nonsense approach to ensure the best solution for the client."

James Montado has notable experience in insolvency-related disputes. He also acts on cases involving fraud and white-collar crime.

"James is always on the other end of the line whenever needed. He will ensure that the advice provided is pragmatic and will strive to find workable solutions."

"He is very intelligent, prepared and thorough."

"He is a very safe pair of hands."

Mark Isola KC is highly regarded for his experience in landlord-tenant disputes as well as construction cases related to design defects. He also handles contentious employment law matters.

"Mark is very experienced in his field and will work to ensure that his clients are protected from legal risks as they arise."

"He is very diligent and thorough with his advice. Mark is also very quick with his replies."

"He is Gibraltar's most experienced property lawyer."

Steven Caetano is best known for his gaming sector regulatory practice. He also assists with residential development projects.

"Steven is always willing to help and be available at short notice. It is a pleasure working with him."

"He is very efficient and always there, and his replies are very quick and thorough."

Christian Caetano ascends in the rankings in recognition of his excellent insurance expertise. He advises on regulatory regimes and frameworks as well as M&A deals in the insurance sector.

"He always reverts promptly and gives a good level of service."

"Christian is very helpful and detailed, and provides practical advice."

Jonathan Garcia handles a range of transactional and financial services regulatory matters. He is especially active in fintech and cryptocurrency-related matters.

"Jonathan Garcia is very skilled and pragmatic."

"Jonathan is great; he is very responsive and proactive."

Samantha Grimes operates a notable employment law practice, regularly assisting with constructive and unfair dismissal claims as well as alleged bullying, discrimination and harassment. She also advises on strike and trade union action in addition to negotiating the exit of CEOs.

"Samantha knows our business well and is instrumental in resolving employee matters and cases. Her advice is pragmatic and easy to understand and follow when we have to navigate complex matters."

Progressing in the rankings, Sarah Bray (née Miles) is well known in the Gibraltar real estate market and frequently advises banks and property developers on transactional mandates and real estate financing.

"Sarah Bray is always a joy to work with and efficient in all dealings."

Neil Costa enters the rankings following outstanding plaudits for his dispute resolution practice. He frequently acts on judicial reviews and has additional experience in employment law issues. He is noted for his pre-litigation and mediation expertise.

"Neil provides an excellent level of service."

"Mr Costa's work ethic and efficiency are truly impressive. His dedication to our legal matters is evident in his proactive approach and the timely manner in which he handles tasks."

"Quite simply, Neil has an outstanding work ethic and intelligence."

"He explains everything in terms the client can understand and is always very responsive to questions."