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‘Jon le Rossignol and team are great to work with on finance matters – responsive, available and clear direction, with regular updates provided. ’

‘Excellently balanced team providing service of a very high standard.’

‘Melissa Hellio is an exceptional lawyer who provides commercially astute legal advice within tight timelines. Melissa manages her transactions very well, providing efficient and clear communication. One for the future!’

‘Julia Keppe is a stellar lawyer. She is hands-on, commercial and pragmatic. She is extremely responsive and takes on responsibility in a way that isn’t typical with local counsel.’

‘Julia Keppe is really knowledgeable and pragmatic. She is not afraid to deal with complex issues head on, and I trust her judgment. Melissa Hellio is as sharp as a razor and very user-friendly. She is one to watch.’

‘Walkers have always been extremely professional, proactive and approachable. Their turnaround is second to none, and we are grateful for their approach to working together.’

‘Elaine Kelly is great – she is completely on top of things, you know you are in safe hands with her.’

‘James Lydeard is excellent.’

‘Walkers stands out for its exceptional expertise, client-centric approach, and innovative practices. Through advanced technology and transparent billing structures, Walkers exceeds client expectations, setting itself apart from other firms.’

‘Dilmun Leach and the Walkers team are at the cutting edge of capital markets work, working on Jersey’s first tokenisation platform. The Walkers team is responsive, pragmatic, and effective in providing high quality and often very technical legal advice.’

‘The Walkers team has strength in depth and quality. Their responsiveness is second to none, and they are always able to find a solution. They have shown particular strength in the Jersey CLO market. I would have no hesitation recommending Walkers to a client.’

‘The individuals are very easy to deal with, and every interaction is a positive one. They are clear, concise and very responsive. They also work well under pressure.’

‘Technically very strong, as are many of their peers, but what really appeals to us and our clients is the approachability of the team and ability to clearly explain complex legal points and considerations.’

‘Julia Keppe is great. Super responsive, commercial, good bedside manner and top insight into local law issues. Instils great confidence.’

‘Walkers punches well above its weight. The team has an ability to assist US clients with their inbound investments and take a very practical approach to all issues uncovered en route.’

‘Kevin McQuillan is an extremely talented and bright partner, and Ruth Donnellan is an absolute standout.’

‘The team is very proactive; understood the complex issues and helped to deliver solutions.’

‘The individuals are very easy to deal with, and every interaction is a positive one. They are clear, concise and very responsive.’

‘The team had always been top tier, but the addition of Kevin McQuillan was a real notable hire. Strengthening this team and placing them number 1 on our referrer list. The team’s growth allows it to maintain its high quality service levels even when managing larger transactions.’

‘Kevin McQuillan has always been able to cut to the point and remove the complexity of legal jargon – making it simple and clear to understand.’

‘Dilmun Leach is extremely attentive and a pleasure to work with. Ruth Donnellan is very competent and responsive, with a comprehensive knowledge of everything Jersey law-related.’

‘I found the team great to work alongside. They were super responsive and in a fast moving mandate they were always available with the advice we needed in order to succeed.’

‘Nigel Sanders demonstrated an unrivalled knowledge of local insolvency law, which made the difference in getting a successful outcome in what was a novel situation and really set him apart from his competitors.’

‘Marc Seddon is unflappable, with excellent commercial judgment. James Turnbull is an impressive and savvy lawyer, able to distil and simplify complex and difficult problems.’

‘Nigel Sanders is exceptional. He is diligent, knowledgeable and attentive as well as being a pleasure to work with.’

‘Walkers has a rejuvenated and impressive litigation offering in Jersey which now holds it own against the other leading firms.’

‘Alex Schluep is brilliant to work with. A star of the future.’

‘The greatest strength in depth of any dispute resolution practice in Jersey with several well regarded partners and a strong core of associates.’

‘Nigel Sanders wears his great intellect lightly. He also has the ear of the court – he is someone who his peers respect, and the court listens to. A man with great integrity and legal acumen.’

‘Sian Langley is a highly accomplished and versatile regulatory lawyer who has had top class experience in a number of jurisdictions, and I would not hesitate to use her.’

‘I have found Sian Langley to be technically adept, with strong presentation skills and with a very strong work ethic. Her multi-jurisdictional ability means that she is able to get to the nub of regulatory issues quickly.’

‘Sian Langley’s understanding of Jersey’s legal system is comprehensive. Sian worked under pressure and to very tight deadlines. I was very impressed with her approachability and commitment to the project. The client was satisfied with the deliverable, and Sian played a big part in this.’

‘A very good team, and what impressed me most was its depth and experience.’

‘Dilmun Leach and Sian Langley are two highly competent lawyers who are able to leverage their experience and are very knowledgeable.’

‘Dilmun Leach is our go-to partner in Jersey. He is smart, extremely responsive and knows the Jersey landscape inside out. I would highly recommend him.’

‘Excellent team with a depth of knowledge and understanding.’

‘Gemma Palmer requires a special mention as she is also swift to act and respond with considered and appropriate advice. A wealth of knowledge and an excellent lawyer to deal with, who simply get things done.’

‘Daniel Read and his team provide easy access to complex case law in a timely fashion. They keep in touch throughout the year, which makes them accessible when their assistance is needed.’

‘The team is proactive, accurate with their advice and mindful of the sensitive areas of the employment law we have to navigate. They are increasingly more commercial and ensure we are well placed to position ourselves positively.’

‘Daniel Read is the partner we work with in the main and he is our go-to person for employment advice. Dan is always available, and understands our business and our approach, which means he provides specific guidance to fit our organisation.’

‘Walkers consistently outshine all other local competitors. They invest time and financial commitment into supporting their network of contacts in my sector and are recognised as leaders in the market. Walkers’ team has a depth and breadth of knowledge and experience in the sector, and can be relied upon to provide sound advice and support in any situation.’

‘Walkers is a cut above the rest. The experience and quality of their advice is unparalleled in the Jersey employment market – our go-to firm. They are very client-focused and willing to go the extra mile to achieve the best outcome for their clients.’

‘Daniel Read is a powerhouse of legal practice. He is an experienced legal professional, which is clearly demonstrated in his ability to take complex legal matters and simplify them – a masterful skill that very few legal practitioners can do well. His delivery/presentation skills are superlative.’

‘They are an expert team, but also a close-knit one – they are very visibly mutually supportive of each other, creating opportunities and playing to each other’s strengths.’

‘They are experts in their field and I trust their advice implicitly. Walkers are proactive at building a strong relationship with their clients so that they become an extension of your team. I highly recommend Daniel Read in particular.’

‘The team is familiar with Jersey fund regulations and was able to assist us and the client to navigate the local regulatory framework as local counsel in an expedient way.’

‘Very strong Jersey practice with real commercial knowledge.’

‘Dilmun Leach – great partner attention. Always trying to help on all fronts.’

‘Dilmun Leach is at the forefront of the market and his advice is always clear and commercial.’

‘Very commercial and aware of what is happening in the market. They are responsive and client-focused.’

‘Dilmun Leach is very hands-on, and he adds an incredible amount of value to transactions.’

‘Dilmun Leach is a pleasure to deal with, always responsive and knowledgeable, with good technical insights.’

‘Tatiana Collins provides an excellent client experience and demonstrates a strong knowledge of the Jersey regulatory regime. Having worked with Tatiana over a number of years, she is always consistent in delivering a high quality service and advice.’

‘Rajah Abreuswil and Adam Fellows: delightful people to work with who are also capable, knowledgeable and collaborative.’

‘Walkers’ team is proactive, reliable, approachable and practical in its approach. Drafted documents are clear and concise.’

‘Sarah Ash is truly exceptional in all dealings, through her flexibility, knowledge, initiative and technical skills.’

‘Exceptionally capable, they deliver smart and strategic advice. Flexible on approach and comprehensive on risk.’

‘Highly responsive, but also very personable. Working with external counsel can sometimes be frustrating, but never with Sarah Ash – it is a genuine pleasure.’

‘Danielle Brouard is very personable, has taken the time to understand me and my way of working/thinking, and in times when I was uncomfortable with certain tasks she subtly coaches, guides and checks back in to make sure all went ok.’

‘Their passion and commitment makes them unique. They are dedicated to their clients, and the collaboration we have with the firm allows us to work efficiently and effectively in our roles. They share the same values as us, which allows for a cohesive partnership.’

‘The Walkers Guernsey team is exemplary. Led by Sarah Ash, they work extremely collaboratively with clients and other law firms and have very strong team members including Danielle Brouard, whose subject matter knowledge and presentation skills are top rate. Sarah is fabulously knowledgeable and accessible, utterly professional and lovely to know.’

‘Balanced and knowledgeable on employment matters.’

‘Sarah Ash and Danielle Brouard handle delicate, emotionally charged situations with compassion and professionalism in a timely manner. Their communication style is always punctual, ensuring deadlines are met.’