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Bedell Cristin

Offshore: Trusts

High Net Worth Guide 2026 : Guernsey


Bedell Cristin

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About

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At Bedell Cristin, our brand is synonymous with the very highest level of offshore legal services to UHNW and HNW individuals and families around the world. Across Jersey, Guernsey, BVI and Cayman law, we advise on the most complex and high value matters for a global client base, often taking a lead counsel role on structuring, advisory and strategic matters for asset protection, succession planning and philanthropic or charitable purposes.

We have also built a leading reputation in the private wealth dispute resolution space, advising beneficiaries and trustees on complex, high value and long-running disputes over trusts, foundations and family wealth structures.

We have been working with HNW and UHNW clients since our formation in 1939, and our partnership includes some of the best known and established names in the offshore private client space, including contentious and non-contentious practitioners. Across jurisdictions and regions, we specialise in professionalising private wealth arrangements, by listening to clients and their advisors, building structures and focusing on family governance that works for the unique circumstances of the individuals and families that we work with.

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Offshore: Trusts - Guernsey

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For
Bedell Cristin advises high net worth clients and fiduciaries on a range of trust matters, contentious and non-contentious.

Strengths

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  • Bedell Cristin is user-friendly and responsive.

    Offshore: Trusts respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Bedell Cristin is very collaborative. They are responsive and one seamless team.

    Offshore: Trusts respondentHigh Net Worth

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Alasdair Davidson
    Band 2Alasdair Davidson

    Alasdair Davidson

    Alasdair Davidson has an excellent reputation for his litigation expertise, including trust litigation.

    • Alasdair Davidson is an accomplished advocate.

      Offshore: Trusts respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Alasdair Davidson is a fantastic advocate - he understands how to get the best for his client in the court system.

      Offshore: Trusts respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Alasdair Davidson gives very clear and easy-to-follow, direct advice. He is always responsive. I have nothing but good things to say about him.

      Offshore: Trusts respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Up and ComingAlexander Hawkins
    Up and ComingAlexander Hawkins

    Alexander Hawkins

    Alexander Hawkins joined Bedell Cristin as partner and head of international private client in Guernsey in March 2026. He advises on contentious trust matters.

    • Alexander has deep technical knowledge. His advice is clear and practical.

      Offshore: Trusts respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Alexander Hawkins is extremely personable and he responds very actively. Alexander is full of knowledge and understanding. He has always responded in a timely manner and always goes above and beyond to ensure all of our needs are met.

      Offshore: Trusts respondentHigh Net Worth

Ranked Individuals at Bedell Cristin (2)

Guernsey

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