Lauded by one client as 'the foremost law firm in Gibraltar', Hassans has 'substantial experience in commercial, corporate and M&A' work. Among its key figures are Peter Montegriffo KC and Vikram Nagrani, who advise on trusts, joint ventures, M&A and international transactions. Senior partner James Levy CBE KC 'continues to be the leading light in the firm'. Other standout names include consultant Michael Castiel, Ian Felice for commercial property investments and corporate restructuring, and Abigail Cornelio for corporate governance. Peter Montegriffo KC and cross-border transactional specialist Tim Garcia and Richard Buttigieg are also highly recommended.
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Testimonials
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‘Hassans are the foremost law firm in Gibraltar and continue to provide excellent legal advice. They ensure they understand the commercial issues involved and seek to give added value to their clients.’
‘James Levy continues to be the leading light in the firm. His commercial knowledge, affability and contacts lists are legendary. If you have a crisis issue James will invariably find an innovative solution.'
- 'Peter Montegriffo is another top member of the firm who I would be happy to recommend to others.’
'Abigail Cornelio - The most proactive and supportive partner I have ever worked with. Always my port of first call for any advice on any topic.’
‘Vikram Nagrani - very smart, commercially aware, level headed, pragmatic, excellent judgement.’
‘Richard Buttigieg and Ian Felice deserve a special mention. A fantastic team that work very well together and quickly grasp the job required to achieve the desired outcome. Always available to pick up a call and efficient in their turnaround of work. Highly recommended this team led by Ian Felice.'
‘The team are well versed not only in domestic law, but also in international law and have a network of contacts globally. The team have substantial experience in commercial, corporate and M&A as well as in other aspects of general domestic law, in which case they can quickly put us in touch with relevant team members and thereby collaborate effectively and efficiently.’
'The firm has expertise over a broad range of fields, with many teams having capabilities and experience in specialist areas, as well as providing first class service in more traditional areas. The firm is very well connected and instrumental in enabling Gibraltar as a whole to punch well above its weight as a jurisdiction.’
Key clients
- GibTelecom
- Government of Gibraltar
- Lloyds Bank
- Playtech
- Gibraltar Football Association
- Bitfrost Limited
- Apax Partners
- Entain Holdings PLC
- Scientific Games
- Viatris (previously Mylan)
- Royal Bank of Scotland (Gibraltar) Limited
- Forafric Global PLC
Work highlights
- Acting for Bitfrost in the sale and purchase of Currency Com (understood to be the first sale and purchase of a Gibco fully licensed/overseen by the Gibraltar Financial Services Commission to offer Distributed Ledger Technology and related services).
- Advised Herne Hill (Holdings) on the purchase of 20% participation interest in mezzanine loan from APMSF Investor to Maximus PM Mezzanine A, as well as an option agreement to purchase the entire loan note.
- Continuing to advise TNG Global Foundation on two landmark real estate development transactions in Gibraltar, the Bayside Project and the Eastside Project.
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James Levy QC, Richard Buttigieg, Ian Felice, Tim Garcia, Peter Montegriffo KC, Vikram Nagrani