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Corporate and commercial

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Coupled with the firm’s strong tax, regulatory and compliance services, the corporate and commercial team at DQ is able to handle a wide range of matters domestically and internationally, particularly in relation to M&A, restructuring and regulatory work. Practice head Andrew Harding is experienced in financial services regulation, while managing director Mark Dougherty is an expert in corporate and commercial law in both the Isle of Man and Bermuda. Annemarie Hughes focuses on commercial matters related to trusts and Adam Killip is an expert in the regulatory aspects of blockchain and cryptocurrency. Donna Matthews supports local and international clients complex restructurings as well as day to day matters.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘DQ Advocates Limited has a highly skilled and experienced team that sets it apart from other firms. The team's extensive knowledge of corporate and commercial law, combined with their practical approach, allows them to provide effective solutions to complex legal problems. Clients can rest assured that their matters are in good hands, and the team is always available to provide guidance and support.'

  • ‘Relatively easy to speak directly to a lawyer and the firm has a number of departments/personnel who specialise in certain areas of law.’

  • ‘Knowledgeable and friendly service, with generally good communication levels.’

  • ‘Mark Dougherty is always available to smooth any bumps in the relationship or give some informal direction. Supported by Sinead O'Connor he is running the go-to firm on all matters related to regulatory supervision and compliance in the IOM financial sector. As above it is their pro-active stance that really stands out.'

  • 'Adam Killip is very responsive, technically accurate and knowledgeable.’

  • ‘DQ is a boutique firm with a very personal touch. We have excellent relationships with directors and associates alike and the level of service and professionalism is timeless.’

Lawyers

Leading associates
Rising stars with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Adam Killip
Associate Director. Adam’s practice encompasses a broad range of corporate, commercial and regulatory work including corporate acquisitions and sales, banking and finance transactions, shareholder disputes and insolvency matters. From a regulatory perspective, Adam regularly advises clients on their legal obligations under financial services legislation and has experience assisting clients with enforcement action being taken by the financial services regulator. Adam also advises on data protection queries, including in relation to the EU General Data Protection Regulation or ‘GDPR’.  Adam is an accredited Data Protection Practitioner. Adam’s specialist areas of practice are: corporate acquisitions and sales, banking and finance deals, Fintech and digital technologies, regulatory enforcement and data protection. Adam is also an Isle of Man Notary Public.
Donna Matthews
Associate Director. Donna advises a wide range of international and local institutional clients in relation to non-contentious commercial, shipping and trust related matters. Donna is a Commissioner for Oaths and Notary Public in the Isle of Man.  Donna’s specialist areas of practice are corporate law, shipping and trust and private client.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Mark Dougherty
Managing Director. Mark has extensive experience in the Isle of Man in corporate and commercial law and is consistently ranked as one of the top corporate and commercial lawyers on the Island. Mark regularly advises multi-national companies, listed entities, banks and private equity houses as well as high net worth individuals in a wide range of Isle of Man corporate and commercial matters. Mark is a qualified notary public. Mark’s specialist areas of practice are banking, capital markets, shipping, mergers and acquisitions and general corporate matters.
Andrew Harding
Director. Andrew has significant experience in relation to a broad range of corporate matters. His specialist areas include mergers and acquisitions, investment funds, private investment structures and financial services regulation. Andrew also regularly deals with secured lending, corporate restructuring and matters relating to corporate governance.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Andrew Harding

Other key lawyers

Mark Dougherty, Annemarie Hughes, Adam Killip, Donna Matthews, Rachel Winterbach

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