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Carey Olsen

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Carey Olsen's team, which is described as having 'a vast range of knowledge and experience in the field', advises corporate clients on a variety of matters, spanning employment issues in relation to M&A, contract and exit negotiations concerning senior employees, and the full spectrum of employment disputes, as well as regulatory issues. Leading the team is Elaine Gray, known for representing plaintiffs and defendants in professional negligence and breach of trust proceedings, in addition to handling the employment side of corporate reorganisations. Litigator Mark Dunster handles criminal and regulatory matters, while senior associate Lois Madden offers expertise on data protection.

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  • 'Carey Olsen has a strong employment team that is able to work across industries and sectors from financial services to the not-for-profit sector.'

  • 'I work with Elaine Gray and find her really easy to deal with. She provides clear and concise advice and has personal experience of virtually any scenario related to employment matters.'

  • 'The team is very responsive, technically strong and has a vast range of knowledge and experience in the field. Their advice is always clear, concise and reliable. The team also hold regular seminars, keeping their clients up to date on employment law and abreast of any changes.'

  • 'I have worked predominantly with Lois Madden, who is extremely knowledgeable. She is proactive and guiding in her approach and offers invaluable advice which is clear, concise and reliable.'

  • 'They know the law and make suggestions that suit commercial needs.'

  • 'The team composition was very knowledgeable about all areas of my particular case. They worked with me in a professional and sympathetic manner. Lois Madden and Robin Gist represented my case in the Royal Court and their team dynamic and presentation skills were admirable.'

  • ‘The Carey Olsen team provides exceptional employment briefings, which are provided on relevant topics on a regular basis. The team makes the material engaging, and relevant to their audience. The team also provides cross-jurisdictional updates, which is very helpful as most employers are pan-Island.’

  • 'Lois Madden supported us on a complicated employee relations matter recently. Lois had an excellent understanding of employment law and understood the complexities of our unique business. She was clear and concise in her advice and approached the matter with empathy for all parties, leading to a positive outcome.'

Lawyers

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Elaine Gray

Other key lawyers

Mark Dunster, Lois Madden, Robin Gist