LAWYER PROFILE
James Campbell

James Campbell

Europe 2026

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About

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Europe

Practice Areas

Channel Islands Local Legal Services; Employee incentives and pensions; Estate Planning, Wills and Probate; Family Office; Islamic Finance; Private Wealth; Private Wealth and ESG; Sustainable Investing and ESG; Trusts Advisory Group; Aviation and Marine

Career

James has extensive experience advising professional trustees, family offices, intermediaries and high-net worth families (both internationally and locally) on all aspects of Jersey trusts, foundations and estate planning together with all related company and commercial law issues.

He is also experienced in establishing private wealth structures across multiple luxury asset classes to include yachts, classic cars, super cars, art and fine wine.

James frequently advises on the establishment, ongoing operation and restructuring of both private and commercial trusts. He has a particular focus on the drafting of trust instruments, supplemental trust deeds and the establishment and use of private trust companies.

James also advises on regulatory matters involving trust company business and has an interest and experience in Sharia compliant fiduciary structures.

He also advises trustees, employers and other professionals on a wide range of Jersey employee benefit and pension related matters.

Professional Memberships

James is a member of The Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP).

Chambers Review

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Chambers European Guide

Trusts - Jersey

Band 1
Band 1

Individual Editorial

James Campbell is a leading private wealth lawyer in Jersey who has a well-regarded practice covering complex international trust structures and estate planning.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • James Campbell is a leading Jersey trust lawyer.

    TrustsChambers European Guide
  • James Campbell brings a pragmatic approach and gets the job done.

    TrustsChambers European Guide
  • James is an excellent lawyer. He is a leader on the island. He handles matters in a sensible way, is very collaborative and responsive, and makes sure that deadlines are met.

    TrustsChambers European Guide
  • James Campbell is a highly experienced operator, and his insights enable a pragmatic approach. It also does no harm that he is a very engaging individual.

    TrustsChambers European Guide

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