Chambers Review
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Offshore: Bermudian, British Virgin Islands & Cayman Islands Law - London (Firms)
What the Team is Known For
Harneys is considered a leading light in BVI corporate work, demonstrating outstanding credentials in high-value and significant transactions. It offers particular expertise in BVI and Cayman-related litigation. Its clients include international corporations, high net worth families, shareholders and investment managers. The firm also offers additional expertise in property financing and insolvency matters.
Strengths
Harneys offer multijurisdictional advice all under one roof. Their approach is succinct and efficient and they provide clear, concise and commercially technical legal advice.
They are able to provide high-quality, pragmatic advice on technical aspects of EU/Cyprus sanctions and engagement with the Cypriot sanctions authorities, particularly on complex cross-border matters.
I like their deep subject-matter knowledge and nuanced expertise that homes in on the key issues. They have a deep knowledge of the subject matter and the ability to handle difficult subjects.
I appreciate their local, national and international expertise, personal ability and responsiveness. They are extremely capable and quick to grasp the intricacies to make sensible suggestions.
Harneys are incredibly flexible, commercial and provide 24/7 service across their offices. They care about getting exceptional results and continuously come up with creative and commercial solutions.
Work Highlights
Harney Westwood & Riegels advised Kroll, the joint official liquidators of SIFCO5 on Ahmad Hamad Algosaibi & Brothers Company v Al-Sanea & Ors.
Notable practitioners
William Peake is recognised for his contentious restructuring and insolvency-focused practice. He primarily advises liquidators and receivers on matters including fraud.
William is a very well-known and charismatic partner.
I find him to be incredibly talented lawyer: he distils complex data sets down to their bare essence with ease. He is legally and technically astute and he is my go-to for work in the Caribbean.
He is a really good person to run a firm in terms of giving them a profile and making introductions. If he meet someone and thinks that they should meet someone else, he engineers that.
Rachel Graham is noted for her corporate BVI practice, working with companies on a range of issues, including IPOs and M&A.
Rachel gives outstanding and responsive legal advice. She is a pleasure to work with.
Harneys are lucky to have Rachel heading up their non-contentious team in London.
Rachel is a really good corporate lawyer.