Offshore: Trusts - Isle of Man
Band 2
What the Team is Known For
DQ Advocates is an Isle of Man-based law firm that offers specialist advice on a range of private client matters, notably including contentious and non-contentious offshore trust mandates.
Strengths
DQ Advocates' dedication to excellence is evident in every task or client they approach. Their ability to review scenarios, anticipate challenges and deliver timely solutions is truly impressive.
DQ Advocates' technical ability, combined with commerciality, makes them very easy to work with.
DQ Advocates have good offshore experience and deal with the unusual in their stride. Complex structures involving trusts and companies give them no worries.
Notable practitioners
Annemarie Hughes is extremely well regarded in the market for her ability to handle complex trust matters.
Annemarie Hughes is very knowledgeable of both the industry and the law.
Annemarie Hughes is an exceptional lawyer.
Annemarie is one of the strongest and most experienced trustee lawyers on the Isle of Man. Her professional and commercial expertise is well respected both on and off the island.
Annemarie Hughes' professionalism and technical knowledge is outstanding. She is always our first choice when we require assistance from a law firm.
Annemarie continues to be a joy to work with. She is up to date with any and all changes and she engages with clients at a human level. She is a fantastic advocate.
Catherine French is an associate director in the firm who leads on non-contentious trust matters including establishment and administration.
Catherine French is very practical and pragmatic in her advice, and she is very approachable.
Catherine French is a go-to advocate on trust-related matters.
Donna Matthews is a senior counsel at the firm, and advises private and institutional clients on trust matters.
Donna Matthews is always quick to respond and assist.
Donna is my go-to trust adviser. She is extremely competent and cautious.
