Department profile
Walkers

Dispute Resolution

Europe Guide 2026 : Guernsey


Walkers

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Dispute Resolution - Guernsey

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Walkers possesses a leading disputes team with a proven track record in commercial litigation. The firm is adept in trust, probate, banking and insurance disputes, acting for both defendants and plaintiffs. It is also able to assist clients with regulatory issues. It continues to obtain referrals from leading onshore firms, alongside instructions from financial services clients and private individuals.

Work Highlights

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  • Walkers acted on behalf of the Data Protection Authority in Guernsey as respondents in an appeal to the Royal Court connected to an alleged breach determination.

Strengths

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  • Walkers has a highly strategic team. They are excellent at understanding complex matters and at boiling them down to coherent arguments and accessible and compelling narratives.

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  • Walkers' combination of diverse expertise, strong global presence, involvement in high-profile cases and innovative strategies positions them as a leader in the field.

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  • There is a very strong wealth of knowledge in the Walkers team, and their partners are supported by knowledgeable and pragmatic associates. They provide helpful perspectives and solutions.

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  • Walkers are incredibly responsive and provide articulate and pragmatic advice. The team have a strong understanding of the impact of particular decisions on wider strategy.

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  • Walkers work with us to find commercially acceptable solutions. They are an excellent team to work with and are extremely knowledgeable and hard-working.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Adam Cole
    Band 1Adam Cole

    Adam Cole

    Adam Cole is recognised as an expert in trust-related disputes, contentious insolvency matters and professional negligence litigation.
    • Adam is a pleasure to work with and a fantastic lawyer. He's very approachable, can explain complex matters clearly and will always go the extra mile when necessary.

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    • Adam is a superb lawyer. His advice is articulate and pragmatic, and he has a keen eye for strategy.

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    • Adam Cole provides very pragmatic and straightforward advice. He has a nice style of blending technical input with commercial realities.

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  • Band 1Sarah Brehaut
    Band 1Sarah Brehaut

    Sarah Brehaut

    Sarah Brehaut operates a broad practice in which she advises clients on a variety of contentious matters, with particular expertise in trusts disputes and insolvency litigation.
    • Sarah is a formidable advocate whose depth of knowledge is an asset to any client.

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    • Sarah Brehaut is an impressive lawyer who exudes confidence and knowledge. She is a pleasure to work with.

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    • I am extremely impressed with Sarah Brehaut. She simplifies complex material into persuasive narratives and recognises opportunities to pivot on examination.

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  • Associates to watchAlison Antill
    Associates to watchAlison Antill

    Alison Antill

    Alison Antill advises clients on matters including shareholder, trusts and liquidation disputes.

    • Alison Antill's responsiveness is second to none. She keeps us informed at every stage and is very technically competent.

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    • Alison is a thoughtful and tenacious litigator.

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  • Associates to watchLaurent Thibeault
    Associates to watchLaurent Thibeault

    Laurent Thibeault

    Laurent Thibeault is senior counsel in Walkers' insolvency and dispute resolution group. He is particularly experienced in trust, finance and insolvency and corporate disputes. Among his clients are trustees, beneficiaries and protectors.
    • Laurent Thibeault is always willing to help and provides great client service.

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    • Laurent is very approachable and goes the extra mile to assist clients. He is a real team player.

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