Specialising in representing clients from the financial services sector, the team at Babbé LLP handles commercial and insolvency disputes, as well as acting on contentious trusts matters. Overseeing the practice is Todd McGuffin, who specialises in trust, banking, funds and regulatory disputes, often with a cross-border aspect. Managing partner Nicholas Robison‘s practice covers both corporate and trust disputes, while senior associate David Doutney handles insolvency and shareholder claims. Martin Jones joined the firm in May 2024 from Ferbrache & Farrell LLP, contributing his expertise in cross-border issues including trust, regulatory and fraud claims.

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Testimonials

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'The team is commercial and responsive, with excellent knowledge of cross-jurisdictional matters.'
'A consistently exceptional team, both in terms of quality of lawyers and excellent service. I have come to know a culture of integrity, expertise and professionalism that is woven through the team.'
'I have been impressed by the team’s acute awareness to ensure time is spent to the best value of the client. Advice is delivered quickly and efficiently, and all contacts have been very responsive. They are always on hand when you need them, they are endlessly supportive. An excellent, seamless legal service for clients.'
'Excellent strength. Very easy to work with.'
'Todd McGuffin is always available and realistic about viable strategies. He is not afraid to tell clients what they don't want to hear if it will further their case. A ferocious worker.'
'Todd McGuffin has a detailed knowledge of dispute resolution in this sector and is always well prepared and thoughtful in assisting his clients in their negotiations. He is a good lawyer but also very commercial. He has a good manner with his clients.'
'Nick Robison gives practical, pragmatic advice tailored to client needs. His collaborative approach is inclusive, and welcoming to both clients and other advisers.''
As you would expect of an advocate of Nick Robison’s standing, his reputation on the island speaks for itself - his knowledge, experience and expertise in trust law and regulatory matters is phenomenal. Remarkably, he can absorb and retain huge amounts of detail, with a grip on the bigger picture. He has excellent instinct. Nick cuts through the legal jargon, and quickly provides concise advice. He is a swift and very responsive. He has a strategic mind and a great presence... he is everything you would want in an advocate of his high calibre.'
'Nick Robison has guided me through many complicated legal, regulatory and commercial issues with ease - his foresight and sound judgement is always on point. My experience working with Nick has been excellent, he is a real credit to the legal profession. If you find yourself the unfortunate position of needing an advocate - I would wholeheartedly recommend Nick.'

Key clients

Fort Trustees Limited
PricewaterhouseCoopers
Saffery Champness
Intertrust
Robert Tchenguiz

Work highlights

Acting for Fort Trustees and Balchan Management, the Guernsey-based trustees of the Jersey-based Tchenguiz Discretionary Trust, the assets of which are the subject of ongoing claims in excess of £230m.
Acting for PricewaterhouseCoopers in a dispute arising from the failure of the Providence investment fund.
Acted for a HNWI who was the subject of a £5.5m tax assessment by HMRC.