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Mourant

Dispute Resolution

Global Guide 2026 : British Virgin Islands

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The British Virgin Islands is a British overseas territory and one of the world's pre-eminent international financial centres. It has a reputation for its strong regulatory framework and an entrepreneurial business community.

We opened our office in Tortola in 2012 and quickly developed an international reputation as a leading law firm that is well respected in the jurisdiction.

We provide accurate, timely, and clear advice to our clients, and we are able to draw on the expertise of other partners within the firm, many of whom are leaders within their fields.

Much of our work centres around international and cross border issues, and we work closely with our clients to ensure the most efficient, and cost effective, approach is taken to address their particular needs.

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Dispute Resolution - British Virgin Islands

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Channel Islands heavyweight Mourant has a robust dispute resolution team based in the BVI. The group has impressive insolvency expertise and is additionally experienced in handling shareholder disputes, fraud cases and trust litigation. It advises a number of leading insolvency practitioners in the jurisdiction, as well as acting for a variety of corporate clients and high net worth individuals based in Asia and the Middle East.

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Work Highlights

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  • Mourant counselled the Algosaibi family, as respondent, as well as other affected third parties, in relation to a freezing injunction and receivership order arising from enforcement of a USD68 million arbitration award.

Strengths

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  • Mourant have a strong understanding of local law, courts and procedure.

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  • Mourant are extremely attentive and responsive to our concerns.

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  • Mourant adopts a commercial approach to complex matters.

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  • Mourant provides clear and concise explanations as to process and next steps. The team are always available to address any concerns.

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  • Mourant has an excellent insolvency and asset recovery team. They understand the legal landscape incredibly well, which helps overseas litigants navigate with ease what is often a complex process.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Eleanor Morgan
    Eleanor Morgan

    Eleanor Morgan

    BVI managing partner Eleanor Morgan offers considerable insolvency know-how. Her broader litigation practice also sees her handling a variety of significant trust disputes. She acts for a global client base which includes a number of prominent Middle Eastern families.

    • Eleanor Morgan is a fabulous lawyer who has also put together an incredibly strong and impressive team. This is a credit to her leadership skills and how much people want to work with her.

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  • Jennifer Jenkins
    Jennifer Jenkins

    Jennifer Jenkins

    Jennifer Jenkins is well regarded for her expertise as a litigator. She has many years of experience, which includes acting for high net worth individuals and families in fraud-related claims concerning the control of BVI companies and partnerships. She also acts for receivers in insolvency proceedings.

    • Jennifer is commercial and collaborative, making her excellent in cross-border matters where you need lawyers from multiple jurisdictions to work seamlessly together.

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    • Jennifer Jenkins is a very strong lawyer who truly understands the BVI.

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  • Shane Donovan
    Shane Donovan

    Shane Donovan

    Shane Donovan is a respected litigator who has standout experience relating to high-value liquidation, asset recovery and restructuring proceedings. He has experience acting for liquidators and receivers as well as shareholders and beneficial owners.

    • Shane Donovan is superb. He impresses on every level and is extremely easy to deal with as well.

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    • Shane Donovan is extremely thorough and knowledgeable.

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    • Shane Donovan is always responsive, and he provides clear and thoughtful advice.

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    • Shane is a very reliable, experienced and knowledgeable practitioner.

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