Dispute Resolution

Collas Crill acts for trust and investment managers and financial institutions on a full range of contentious matters. The firm offers strong additional credentials in multi-jurisdictional disputes and asset recovery matters. The team is frequently retained to provide regulatory advice. It is also regularly called upon to act on insolvency and liquidation-related disputes.

"Collas Crill have a very good grasp of complex matters."

Michael Adkins leads Collas Crill's insolvency and contentious risk and regulatory teams. He is noted for his work advising regulators, companies and individuals on regulatory disputes. His commercial litigation practice also includes working with clients on contentious insolvency matters. "Michael is very sensible, pragmatic, knowledgeable and approachable. He is great on regulatory and financial services matters in particular."

Ben Havard operates a noteworthy trust-focused practice where he advises both trustees and beneficiaries on contentious matters.

Christian Hay is managing partner of Collas Crill's Guernsey office as well as head of the firm's disputes team on the island. He is an experienced trusts litigator who often acts on cross-border disputes. His clients include trustees and beneficiaries. He is an accredited mediator and qualified arbitrator.

Gareth Bell is sought after for his expertise in financial services disputes. He regularly represents clients in matters relating to trusts and breach of fiduciary duty. "Gareth is an excellent lawyer; he's technically able, personable and commercially aware."