Offshore: Dispute Resolution

DQ Advocates covers a wide range of disputes on the Isle of Man including both trust and commercial litigation. The firm attracts praise for work on financing disputes and liability and negligence claims. It acts on behalf of private individuals and companies, and represents in both Isle of Man-based and cross-border litigation.

"The team are very easy to deal with, understanding and commercial."

"The firm is a go-to for the Isle of Man. They are agile, commercial and responsive."

DQ Advocates acted for AAO Technologies in two appeals to the Isle of Man Financial Services Tribunal, including appealing the Isle of Man Financial Services Authority's refusal to grant a Designated Business Registration to AAO Technologies.

Leanne McKeown is director and head of the firm's dispute resolution and employment services teams. She has experience in shareholder disputes, fraud and misfeasance claims. "Leanne is a fierce advocate who knows what she's talking about."

Mark Emery is a director and heads the firm's insolvency and restructuring team. He acts for banks, liquidators and trustees in a wide range of commercial disputes and bankruptcy proceedings. "Mark is extremely knowledgeable in the restructuring and insolvency sector and he is very practical in his thinking." "Mark is an excellent Isle of Man advocate and a go-to person for restructuring and liquidation advice." "He is really user-friendly and plugged into the Isle of Man processes." "Mark is really good at understanding his clients' commercial and strategic needs." "Mark's wealth of experience is clear. He offers solutions and explains them in a concise manner."