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Dispute Resolution - British Virgin Islands

4
Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Withers is a well-regarded onshore law firm with a noted offshore dispute resolution and insolvency capability in the BVI. The team assists with an array of shareholder disputes and cross-border insolvency cases. It frequently advises high net worth private clients on cases concerning the ownership or inheritance of stakes in BVI companies and trusts; in these matters it is able to leverage the firm's top-tier reputation for private wealth disputes in numerous other markets.

Work Highlights

  • Withers assisted Zhongshan Fucheng Industrial Investment with the enforcement of an arbitral award against the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

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Notable Practitioners

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Sara-Jane Knock
5
Band 5

Sara-Jane Knock regularly advises on shareholder and insolvency litigation, as well as matters relating to trusts. She acts for a client base that includes government entities, high net worth individuals and commercial companies.

Sara-Jane Knock is strategic and exceptionally sharp.

Sara-Jane Knock is very easy to deal with. She provides excellent advice in a very easy-to-understand manner.

Sara-Jane Knock is an absolute delight to work with. She really knows her stuff and has outstanding client-handling skills.

Sara-Jane Knock is a superb partner with outstanding interpersonal skills and she is a real team player. She is also very strong on the law and on procedure. She is extremely diligent and effective.

Sara-Jane Knock is pragmatic and sensible.

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Dispute Resolution

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Sara-Jane Knock
5
Band 5