Holly McGarrigle
CainsCains is highly regarded for its work on the financing and refinancing of significant commercial property in the UK and on the Isle of Man. Alex Poole-Wilson is an experienced commercial property lawyer who assists with a broad range of transactions and real estate issues. Tim Shepherd caters to borrowers and lenders on multijurisdictional property finance matters, and Stephanie Chew is a key contact for acquisitions, restructurings and group reorganisations. Holly McGarrigle is active in transactions and financings.
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Testimonials
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‘One of the largest and best respected law firms on the Island. A highly professional and respected team.'
‘Alex Poole-Wilson leads the commercial property team at Cains. Few lawyers in the field can compete with Alex's attention to detail and experience in the commercial property arena.’
‘Alex Poole-Wilson dealt with our matter from the start to the finish, his integrity and professionalism were outstanding throughout. He made the whole process as stress-free as possible for us with his knowledge and guidance.'
‘We have dealt with Cains for several commercial property transactions, and the team have never failed to impress. Their attention to detail, promptness of correspondence, and the concrete knowledge that we are in safe hands every time make working with the team a genuine pleasure every time.'
‘Alex Poole-Wilson is our primary point of contact and has been for many years now. We have also worked closely with Holly McGarrigle on matters as well, and we have always been delighted with them both.'
‘Excellent property knowledge and understanding of Isle of Man law as it relates to land issues.'
Key clients
- Comis Holdings
- Coomer Property
- Flutter Entertainment
- Four Seasons Healthcare Group
- HSBC Bank
- Kings Park
- KPMG
- Linnia Investments
- LV Care Group
- Mannin Retail
- Manx Telecom Trading
- Manxonia
- St May's Court
- Sure
- Tristan
- Twickenham Investments
- West End Capital Finance
Work highlights
- Advised HSBC concerning the relocation of its Isle of Man branch premises.
- Advised Tristan Capital on a debt facility to Clearbell Property Partners for the refinancing of a property in London.
- Advised Manxonia on its site assembly and mixed-use tourism development.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Alex Poole-Wilson
CainsNext Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Stephanie Chew
CainsPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Alex Poole-Wilson, Tim Shepherd