Financial service providers and trust companies entrust Oben Law with disputes concerning the administration of trusts and issues rooted in insolvency proceedings. ‘Very impressive litigator’ David Wilson heads the group, representing clients in litigation concerning trusts and funds, with additional expertise in partnership disputes. Wilson also handles insolvency-related disputes, and the latter is also able to assist with fraud and asset tracing matters.

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Testimonials

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  • 'David Wilson's experience as a Jersey litigator is almost unparalleled. Oben's regulatory advisory business makes the litigation side very strong on regulatory matters.'
  • 'David Wilson is a very strong Jersey lawyer and litigator. He has good team members, including Lydia Emery.'
  • 'David Wilson is a very user-friendly advocate with significant experience.'
  • 'Very approachable firm. Good reputation in the industry. Very helpful with clients and prospective clients.'
  • 'The people are very approachable and explain everything in a clear manner. They are very knowledgeable and work with rather than for you.'
  • 'I like the way they treat you as a person, rather than a fee to be earned. They seem to really value giving good service and pleasing their clients.'
  • 'Oben law has deep experience of all aspects of Jersey civil litigation and regulation, and brings that experience to bear in giving useful, practical advice in guiding clients through difficult situations.'
  • 'David Wilson is a very impressive litigator. He is calm and thoughtful in his conduct of cases, and gives sensible and pragmatic advice. Lydia Emery is technically excellent on difficult trusts law issues and a very able drafter.'

Key clients

  • Equiom
  • Zedra
  • Viscount of the Royal Court of Jersey
  • Praxis IFM
  • TMF
  • Belasko

Work highlights

  • Acted for the Viscount of the Royal Court of Jersey in relation to a bankruptcy.
  • Acted for Equiom as trustees of a trust in proceedings to establish the ownership of the trust property.

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David Wilson