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Mourant

Offshore: Property

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About

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The Mourant Jersey Property team advises in all aspects of commercial property work, including development work, planning law, construction law, property litigation, relocation, lending, and regulatory advice to a wide client base including most of the world's banks, PE and property funds, leading retailers, financial services providers, developers, and high net worth individuals.

We are known for discreetly servicing complex commercial transactions, advising onshore firms on Jersey aspects of worldwide deals, financial security over Jersey property and its realisation, advising the Jersey Government's property arm, the Parish of St Helier and the island's sole electricity provider.

Our client base is founded on long-standing local and international relationships and we are regularly instructed on property re-financing/restructuring deals and drafting and reviewing core security documentation. 

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Offshore: Property - Jersey

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Mourant is regularly called upon for its expertise in complex and high-value transactional matters, including sales, purchases and financing. It also advises on development and planning matters, as well as real estate litigation. It acts for banks, institutional investors, major retailers and utility companies, and is also engaged on residential and urban regeneration developments.

Work Highlights

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  • Mourant acted for Henley Investment Management in the sale of Charter Place.

Strengths

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  • Mourant consistently delivers robust advice layered with a strong commercial sense and market knowledge.

    Offshore: Property respondentUK
  • Mourant's attention to detail and understanding of historical precedents is exemplary. They repeatedly demonstrate their ability to handle technically demanding work to a high standard.

    Offshore: Property respondentUK
  • The team demonstrates a deep understanding of the complexities involved in property law. Their legal expertise is combined with their commitment to prompt and efficient communication.

    Offshore: Property respondentUK

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Julie Melia
    Band 1Julie Melia

    Julie Melia

    Julie Melia is head of Mourant's Jersey property practice. She provides expertise in development and financing matters relating to commercial and residential property.
    • Julie is exceptionally talented.

      Offshore: Property respondentUK
    • Julie's extensive knowledge of transactions is instrumental in guiding us through complex processes. Her expertise, coupled with a clear and practical approach, makes it much easier to navigate.

      Offshore: Property respondentUK
    • Julie has a practical approach to complex matters and communication and has a real desire to bring matters to a conclusion. She is one of the best property lawyers on the island.

      Offshore: Property respondentUK
    • Julie is an experienced professional, is very knowledgeable of Jersey property law and is adept at navigating any and all situations.

      Offshore: Property respondentUK
  • Band 2Georgina Cook
    Band 2Georgina Cook

    Georgina Cook

    Georgina Cook advises on a variety of commercial property matters, including sales, lettings and acquisitions.

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