Dispute resolution

Walkers

Walkers is noted for its work in relation to both cross-border insolvency proceedings and trust issues, such as disagreements over the removal of trustees and validity issues. Practice head Alison Ozanne is equally adept at acting for clients in insolvency matters as she is in regulatory proceedings. Liquidators instruct Sarah Brehaut in contentious winding-up proceedings, and she is also well versed in overseeing commercial and trust disputes, with Adam Cole managing a caseload consisting of trust and insurance matters.

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Testimonials

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‘The team at Walkers - particularly Adam Cole and Laurent Thibeault - is highly capable, with a keen eye for detail. They know the facts inside and out and provide sensible commercial solutions to even the most complex disputes. They are my go-to firm in Guernsey.’
‘Adam Cole is a true innovator and leader. He inspires confidence and is an absolute delight to work with. He is the true definition of a trusted advisor.’
‘Adam Cole is a highly pragmatic and results-oriented lawyer who always seeks to get to the essence of things in a highly effective manner.’
‘The team is well-equipped to handle complex and high value trust litigation. The team members have demonstrable experience and expertise in this area. They can work at speed on complex matters and collaborate impressively with wider international legal teams.’
‘Adam Cole is unflappable and tactically astute. We have valued his calmness, ability to work at speed and his detailed and careful consideration of the right strategy and the big picture. He is a polished and impressive advocate in court.’
‘Sarah Brehaut is a class act. A great advocate and has real trial experience. She is a good listener and willing to really go the extra mile for the clients. She always wants to do the best by her clients and win. A driven person but knows when to stop.’
‘Alison Ozanne has led with strength and commitment, but also empathy for her client's position.’
‘Sarah Brehaut is one of the best and most experienced trial advocates on the island. She is extremely fluent in court.’

Key clients

Alvarez and Marsal Europe LLP
Data Protection Authority Guernsey
Directors of ITI Trade Limited
Garenne Construction Group Limited and Garenne Investments Limited
Grant Thornton Limited
Guernsey Electricity Limited
Imperium Trust Guernsey
KRyS Global
Novartis International AG
Sovereign Trust (Guernsey) Limited
States of Guernsey
Swedish Sea Rescue Society

Work highlights

Represented the States of Guernsey before the Industrial Disputes Tribunal regarding changes to the Public Sector Pension Scheme.
Advised on the administration management of ITI Trade Limited at the instigation of the Guernsey Financial Services Commission.
Assisted The Data Protection Authority in relation to a breach determination made against another local law firm.

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