Dispute Resolution

Edward Mackereth serves as Ogier's global managing partner and is sought after by clients primarily in relation to contentious trust matters.

Nick Williams serves as head of Ogier's Jersey disputesteam and co-chairs the firm's global regulatory group. He operates a broad practice where he advises on both trust and general commercial litigation matters.

"Nick is a really powerful, calm and persuasive lawyer. He doesn't showboat and has the trust of the court."

"Nick is great to deal with, very knowledgeable and helpful."

"He's a heavyweight litigator."

Damian Evans principally advises clients with regard to contentious trust matters, acting for both trustees and beneficiaries.

"Damian is a big operator in the trust scene and a formidable opponent."

"Damian is very proactive, responsive and commercial. He really drives matters through to completion."

Oliver Passmore enjoys a strong reputation in complex trust matters and cross-border dispute resolution. He also has expertise in financial and fraud issues.

"Oliver is very good on the technical law - he's a really good person to deal with for really knotty problems."

"Oliver has the genuine interest of the clients at heart. He's very transparent, thinks on his feet and has a good mind."

"Oliver is extremely helpful in sensitive matters - he inspires confidence in his advice on difficult questions."

"Oliver is faultless in the delivery of his advice and has exceptional client service levels. He provides practical, technically excellent advice."

James Angus is a partner within the team who is gaining a reputation for his work in trust litigation. He has additional expertise in advising corporates in commercial disputes.

"There is no lawyer I would trust more than James with offshore litigation."