The Hon Albert J Isola CBE > ISOLAS LLP > Gibraltar, Gibraltar > Lawyer Profile

The ‘well connected’ team at ISOLAS LLP harnesses extensive experience in the fintech sector, with particularly robust regulatory expertise. A key focus for the team involves advising industry groups dedicated to the development of the regulatory and commercial framework for DLT companies, as well as acting on behalf of clients seeking regulatory authorisation. This expertise is bolstered by the return of senior partner Albert J Isola CBE, following his tenure as Minister from 2013 to 2023, during which time he introduced the legislation for the regulation of the DLT industry. Isola leads the team alongside Jonathan Garcia, a specialist in the financial services, corporate advisory, regulatory and DLT practice areas. Stuart Dalmedo and Shakira Marsh-Finch are other key contacts.

ISOLAS LLP is renowned for a strong advisory practice, spanning corporate and structured finance, real estate finance and regulatory issues. The team is also well-regarded for legislative drafting, acting for His Majesty’s Government of Gibraltar. Christian Hernandez advises leading international banks in a range of corporate finance matters, Christian Caetano specialises in insurance and financial services and James Montado ‘delivers high quality representation’ in regulatory and contract matters. In October 2023, Albert J Isola CBE returned to the firm as senior partner, following a sabbatical as Minister from 2013 to 2023.

ISOLAS LLP is well-equipped to advise on a range of commercial matters, harnessing notable expertise in gaming licensing, insurance and general corporate matters, as well as the DLT/fintech space. Senior partner Peter Isola is heavily involved in corporate governance matters, Jonathan Garcia leads in the funds and fintech sector, whilst Christian Caetano is a key contact for insurance and cross-border M&A matters. Steven Caetano comes highly recommended, with a strong reputation in the gaming and M&A arenas. In October 2023, Albert J Isola CBE returned to the firm, following a sabbatical serving as a Government Minister from 2013 to 2023.

The team at ISOLAS LLP advises on a number of investment fund applications in the jurisdiction, as well as actively contributing to the development of the regulatory and commercial framework supporting Gibraltar’s funds sector. This is reflected in the recent appointment of practice head Jonathan Garcia as Chair of the Gibraltar Funds & Investment Association (GFIA). Senior partner Albert J Isola CBE returned to the practice in 2023, following his tenure as Minister from 2013 to 2023.

The highly regarded ISOLAS LLP leverages the deep sector expertise of its team to assist major telecommunication and gaming companies, as well as advising HM Government of Gibraltar on gaming legislation and licensing regulations. The team is led by senior partner Peter Isola, widely recognised as a leading figure in Gibraltar’s gaming sector; e-gaming expert Steven Caetano; and Jonathan Garcia, a specialist in financial services, corporate advisory, regulatory and DLT matters. Albert J Isola CBE has returned as senior partner, following a 10 year tenure as a Government Minister, notably responsible for financial services and gaming from 2013 to 2023.

Highly regarded for its ‘personal approach’, ISOLAS LLP offers a bespoke yet comprehensive tax practice to assist major individual and corporate clients in the full gamut of tax matters. Stuart Dalmedo comes highly recommended, assisting HNWIs on the establishment of tax efficient structures and cross-border planning, as well as advising on all tax matters arising in corporate restructuring and financing matters. Adrian Pilcher advises notable clients on wealth and succession planning and family governance. Senior partner Peter Isola and Emma Lejeune are also key contacts, whilst Louise Anne Turnock is noted as ‘a truly up and coming star in the legal sector’. Senior partner Albert J Isola CBE returned to the firm, following 10 years as a Government Minister, where he was responsible for all financial services portfolios in Gibraltar.

The ‘substantial’ full-service gambling law practice at ISOLAS LLP counts both governmental entities and industry bodies among its clientele, with the team regularly advising on licensing matters, commercial issues, and regulatory work. Practice co-heads Peter Isola and Steven Caetano are described by clients as ‘top of the game’, with Isola advising on governmental legislation and regulations, and Caetano regularly acting for leading industry companies. The duo is joined by new co-head and experienced barrister Albert J Isola CBE, former government minister for financial services and gaming, who returned to the firm in October 2023.