Europe Guide 2026 : Jersey
Ranked Individuals
Provided by Ogier
Ogier has a long-established Investment Funds practice in Jersey, led by a team of experienced partners, backed by expertise across time zones throughout our offices in BVI, Cayman, Hong Kong, Ireland, Jersey and Luxembourg. Ogier remains one of only two offshore law firms to provide both Jersey and Luxembourg legal services.
The team advises on the full spectrum of fund structures and strategies, including: hedge, private equity, real estate, infrastructure, energy, credit, debt, venture capital, crypto currency, hybrid, impact and socially responsible investing. Supported by our experienced colleagues in our corporate, finance, banking, fund finance and dispute resolution teams, we can provide a holistic service for every possible investment fund client need.
Our services include advising on structuring and supporting fund formation, ancillary services, establishment of corporate fund vehicles, general partners, limited partnerships carry and special purpose vehicles, and advising on regulations. The team has particular expertise in private equity, venture capital, real estate, debt, mezzanine funds, listed funds and open-ended fund structures, as well as sustainable investing and impact funds.
Key contacts: Niamh Lalor, Emily Haithwaite, Sophie Reguengo, Simon Dinning, Raulin Amy, Katrina Edge, Bruce MacNeil, Matthew Shaxson, Richard Daggett, James Fox, Alexander Curry, Oliver Richardson, Kate McCaffrey and James Lydeard
Provided by Chambers
Ogier is active on a broad range of fund formation and management matters for real estate, private equity and hedge funds. It also regularly works on restructuring and spinoffs, and has expertise in regulatory matters. Ogier's clients include fund managers and banks. It makes use of a large office network in handling cross-border issues.
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Ogier advised Index Ventures on the establishment of Index Ventures Growth VII.
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They are very commercial and provide a well-rounded service. The team clearly have a deep bench and significant experience, particularly with regard to fundraisings.
Ogier provides precise advice and outstanding service and commitment. It's a top practice and a leader in its segment.
Ogier has first-class knowledge of Jersey fund structuring, the different entities available and the regulatory requirements, and has extensive funds experience.
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Emily is an excellent lawyer.
Emily is responsive and very strong on jurisdictional queries.
Emily is always helpful.
Niamh Lalor leads Ogier's Jersey funds team. Her broad practice includes working with leading asset managers on the establishment of private equity and real asset funds. She also has experience in assisting clients with the formation of litigation funds.
We deeply value Niamh's counsel on key issues.
Niamh is key in the success of my clients. She always delivers excellent advice.
Niamh is an excellent lawyer.
Niamh is great to work with and always provides excellent service.
Niamh has expertise in Jersey and is proactive in pointing out additional issues. Niamh is very sharp, personable and breaks issues down into easy-to-digest formats.
Sophie Reguengo has a burgeoning practice in the funds space. She has notable experience in providing counsel on fund formation, financings and regulatory matters.
Sophie is a very seasoned lawyer.
Sophie has the ability to get the work done. She is a go-to; she's efficient and quickly finds solutions.
Sophie is user-friendly and pragmatic.
Matthew McManus is highly regarded for his expertise in fund formation and advises clients across a range of funds, including real estate and secondaries funds.
Knowing his calibre and the work he has done, I know what he is capable of, and he should be considered among leading lawyers.
Matthew is fantastic to work with and extremely reliable.
Alexandra O'Grady assists clients with the full spectrum of funds matters, from raising to closing. She has expertise in working on a range of investment fund types.
I enjoy working with Alexandra.
Alexandra is an excellent lawyer.
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Provided by Ogier
Sophie Reguengo
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View profile of Niamh LalorEmily Haithwaite
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Practice area: Investment Funds
Location: Cayman Islands
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