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Carey Olsen

Offshore: Property

UK Guide 2026 : Jersey

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Private individuals, developers, investors and businesses turn to our property teams for advice on buying, developing, financing, selling and leasing property in our jurisdictions. We also act for the leading domestic lending institutions.We apply consistently high standards of service and technical expertise to support our clients in every area of property law to help them reach their objectives.

  • Acquisitions and disposals of commercial property​
  • Development projects (commercial, residential and mixed-use)
  • Infrastructure projects
  • Leases - landlord and tenant
  • Property and development financing
  • Leisure and hospitality
  • Residential conveyancing
  • Property joint venture arrangements
  • Construction advice
  • Planning advice

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Offshore: Property - Jersey

Band 1

What the Team is Known For
Carey Olsen is highly regarded in the financing, acquisition and sale of high-value commercial property. It acts for a range of financial institutions, developers, landlords and tenants. The team is sought after by institutional UK pension funds for commercial property advice. It also offers services relating to residential developments.
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Work Highlights

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  • Carey Olsen advised Sandpiper CI on the sale of part of its Channel Islands food retails business to Morrisons.

Strengths

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  • They have a clear, transparent and collaborative approach to working. They are always thorough and concise, making them the best legal team we’ve worked with.

    Offshore: Property respondentUK

  • They demonstrate a deep understanding of the local regulatory environment and provide commercially focused legal advice. Their balancing of innovation with compliance requirements is instrumental.

    Offshore: Property respondentUK

  • The team is well structured, with work being carried out at the appropriate level creating efficiencies. They have the technical expertise to handle complex matters.

    Offshore: Property respondentUK

Notable Practitioners

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  • Chris Philpott
    Chris Philpott

    Chris Philpott

    Chris Philpott leads Carey Olsen's real estate work. He is well regarded for his commercial property practice, and he is sought after by clients to advise on acquisitions, sales and financial restructurings, among other matters.

    • Chris has an unrivalled depth of knowledge.

      Offshore: Property respondentUK

    • Chris is very knowledgeable and pragmatic.

      Offshore: Property respondentUK

    • Chris is an experienced and competent lawyer. I value his advice and counsel.

      Offshore: Property respondentUK
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  • William Whitehead
    William Whitehead

    William Whitehead

    William Whitehead has a strong real estate practice practice in which he frequently advises clients on financings, acquisitions and lettings. He acts for developers, leaseholders and investment managers.

    • William is very pragmatic, calm under pressure, easy to deal with and very good at giving proactive advice.

      Offshore: Property respondentUK

    • William is best in class and is my go-to counsel. He is dedicated to our interests and outcomes.

      Offshore: Property respondentUK

    • William is extremely knowledgeable and offers clear, concise advice. He is helpful, engaging and a pleasure to work with.

      Offshore: Property respondentUK
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  • Lyndsay Houlette
    Lyndsay Houlette

    Lyndsay Houlette

    Lyndsay Houlette is a senior associate with a notable property practice. Her experience spans leasing and acquisitions, with further expertise in construction matters.

    • Lyndsay provides consistently strong client service, with clear, responsive communication and a pragmatic approach that aligns with our internal timelines and expectations.

      Offshore: Property respondentUK

    • Lyndsay has good experience and is hard-working.

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