England - London • Private client
Taylor Wessing LLP
At Taylor Wessing LLP, head of department, Emma Jordan ‘blends excellent strategic instincts and big-picture thinking with an impressive grasp of forensic detail’. The practice is ’one of the giants in this area’ and ‘consists of individuals with market-leading expertise and experience’. Jordan is both an English barrister and a Jersey Advocate. Kirstie McGuigan is sought after for her work that spans both contentious and advisory matters. Caroline Tayler has a strong reputation in the market for her trusts advice arising from divorce proceedings. The group is also recognised for its civil fraud work, its experience in asset tracing, and for its recovery advice in the context of offshore trusts and structures. In addition, the team has carved out considerable expertise in advising on insolvent trusts, and has been building its specialism in trusts arbitrations. This team is highly recommended for its work on international private wealth disputes, and frequently deals with high-value issues of capacity.
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‘Emma Jordan is a standout partner. Her skill set leaves her exceptionally well placed to understand both what a client really needs, and how best to get them there. She is top of my list for any contentious trusts disputes.
- 'Rob Gibson is an excellent and hard-working lawyer, whose strong forensic skills and legal knowledge are paired with an excellent client manner. George Porter has superb analytical skills and a very good grasp of detail. He is highly effective and a pleasure to work with'.
‘A great team, with a real depth of knowledge and experience when it comes to cross border litigation. Emma Jordan's Jersey practice is a particular asset to the department.'
‘Emma Jordan is a real expert in trust law, particularly with Channel Islands elements. Kate Silbermann, in my opinion, is one of the best at her level and a person you want on your team, rather than your opponent's. She has exceptional attention to detail and is a pleasure to work with.'
‘Emma Jordan is highly regarded and experienced litigator in this area with the added bonus of her being a Jersey advocate Caroline Tayler - very experienced and effective litigator. Rob Gibson - extremely effective associate.'
‘One of the giants in this area, they have both offshore and onshore matters often of very high value. Caroline Taylor is very sensible and clear headed. Gives great advice.'
- 'Kirsty McGuigan is a real powerhouse in trusts and estates disputes.'
‘Kirstie McGuigan is a formidable operator and a true leader. She is an excellent point-person in complex litigation, an intelligent and empathetic legal adviser and has a warm and reassuring manner with clients. She quickly earns the respect of everyone who works with her.'
Key clients
- Equity Trusts (Jersey) Limited
- Harbour Fund II, LP
- Heir to father's estate under forced heirship rules
- The Administrator of the Estate of Lord Jacobs and The Trustees of the Jacobs Charitable Trust
- Volpi
- Campbell
Work highlights
- Advising on the landmark insolvent trust case of Equity Trust (Jersey) Ltd, which set a precedent in determining the appropriate ranking of trustee's liens but in clarifying the nature and character of the trustee's equitable lien.
- Acting for the daughter of a wealthy deceased in complex multi-jurisdictional litigation over her entitlement to her father's estate and as beneficiary of a Jersey trust, where the division of assets is being challenged by her half-siblings.
- Acting for Harbour Fund II, LP, appointed by the English High Court, as trustee of over £600m of newly created Jersey trusts, which are in the wrong hands as a result of a high-profile fraud.
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Emma Jordan