Department profile
Appleby

Offshore: Trusts

High Net Worth Guide 2026 : Jersey


Appleby

Rankings

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Offshore: Trusts - Jersey

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Appleby in Jersey handles contentious and non-contentious trusts and private client work. Its non-contentious private client team was strengthened by the return to the firm of former partner David Dorgan in 2025.

Strengths

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  • Appleby gave clear and concise explanations with a good commercial overview of risk management and practical solutions.

    Offshore: Trusts respondentHigh Net Worth
  • The Appleby team is very approachable, always available and is solution-oriented.

    Offshore: Trusts respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Appleby's team is friendly, professional and highly knowledgeable.

    Offshore: Trusts respondentHigh Net Worth

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2David Dorgan
    Band 2David Dorgan

    David Dorgan

    David Dorgan is a well-regarded trust lawyer engaged in litigation and non-contentious work in Jersey. Dorgan rejoined Appleby in 2025 after a stint at JTC Group.

    • David Dorgan is a personable individual who is a pleasure to work with. He has a great work ethic and regularly writes helpful thought leadership pieces.

      Offshore: Trusts respondentHigh Net Worth
    • David Dorgan is great and fully understands my role in Jersey and the situations that I would need legal support on. Him being a notary is also extremely helpful.

      Offshore: Trusts respondentHigh Net Worth
    • David Dorgan is pragmatic, very proactive and very astute at what he does.

      Offshore: Trusts respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Band 2Fraser Robertson
    Band 2Fraser Robertson

    Fraser Robertson

    Fraser Robertson of Appleby has considerable experience representing high net worth individuals and corporate trustees, particularly in trust disputes.

    • Fraser Robertson is a very astute, friendly and charming man. He has the confidence of his clients, and he knows the jurisdiction very well.

      Offshore: Trusts respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Fraser Robertson has such a wealth of experience in private client disputes; he is utterly reliable, calm and measured in dealing with difficult situations for his clients. A real gentleman and an absolute pleasure to work with.

      Offshore: Trusts respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Band 2Sam Williams
    Band 2Sam Williams

    Sam Williams

    Sam Williams is a partner in Appleby's dispute resolution team. Williams was called to the Jersey Bar in 2015 and is experienced representing clients in private wealth disputes.

    • Sam Williams is very bright, switched on and creative. He thinks outside the box.

      Offshore: Trusts respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Sam Williams is a brilliant advocate. His advocacy belies his level of qualification, and he can think on his feet. He is a good strategic thinker.

      Offshore: Trusts respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Sam Williams is a very good advocate.

      Offshore: Trusts respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Sam Williams is super-clever, very diligent and very client-oriented.

      Offshore: Trusts respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Associates to watchMichael Davies
    Associates to watchMichael Davies

    Michael Davies

    Michael Davies is an associate in the Jersey office of Appleby. He is becoming a go-to associate for trust matters.

    • Michael Davies has been exceptionally friendly and professional. His knowledge and skillset are of a very high level, and he is very open and transparent.

      Offshore: Trusts respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Michael was very approachable and is always happy to help above and beyond the initial engagement.

      Offshore: Trusts respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Michael is an excellent and responsive associate who is firmly establishing himself as the go-to associate for trust matters.

      Offshore: Trusts respondentHigh Net Worth

Ranked Individuals at Appleby (4)

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