Miss Shakira Marsh-Finch > ISOLAS LLP > Gibraltar, Gibraltar > Lawyer Profile
ISOLAS LLP Offices
PORTLAND HOUSE, GLACIS ROAD
Gibraltar
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Miss Shakira Marsh-Finch
Work Department
Shipping/ Commercial Transactions
Position
Associate
Career
Shakira is an accomplished legal professional, having earned her Law degree from Birkbeck, University of London, and subsequently completing the Legal Practice Course (LPC) at The University of Law, followed by the Professional Skills Course (PSC) in London.
Admitted as a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England and Wales in 2021, Shakira further solidified her international legal standing by obtaining admission as a Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Gibraltar in 2023, showcasing her commitment to excellence and versatility as a dual-qualified Solicitor.
Shakira commenced her training contract with ISOLAS in February 2022 where she undertook seats in Litigation, Corporate/Commercial Law, and Private Client matters.
Since her admission to the Gibraltar Bar, Shakira has been working in the corporate and commercial Law department. Shakira works alongside Partner Christian Hernandez on commercial transactions, financial services and has extended her practice area involving shipping disputes
Prior to joining ISOLAS, Shakira worked as a criminal, fraud and civil defence Solicitor at Bark&Co. a London law firm situated in the heart of the City. In this role, she adeptly handled high-stakes cases, defending against allegations from eminent regulatory bodies such as the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Serious Fraud Office (SFO), and managing complex fraud-related criminal and civil charges in London.
Shakira’s practice areas extend to specialising in commercial transactions and shipping at ISOLAS. Her background as a defense Solicitor in London equips her to navigate civil and shipping disputes when assisting the team in contentious matters
Languages
English,Spanish
Lawyer Rankings
Gibraltar > Fintech
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.
Gibraltar > Shipping
Led by ‘first class’ shipping law expert Christian Hernandez, ISOLAS LLP is highly regarded for its strong admiralty and shipping law practice, advising a range of leading P&I clubs, banks and shipowners. Hernandez leads on notable ship arrest matters, supported by Shakira Marsh-Finch.