Hassans is renowned for its deep bench of experts and a ‘seemingly endless network’, advising clients in the full gamut of commercial law matters. Key contacts within the team include senior partner James Levy CBE KC, specialising in high level negotiations on international trust issues, and fintech expert Vikram Nagrani. Peter Montegriffo KC and Isaac Levy are regarded for their expertise in financial services, tax and private client matters. David Weber has a notable focus on the development and financing of projects in the telecommunications, mining and petroleum sectors. Other names of note are Michael Castiel, Ian Felice, Richard Buttigieg, Abigail Cornelio and Tim Garcia.
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Accolades
Client satisfaction
Testimonials
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- ‘Commercially minded lawyers’
‘Hassans has provided support, legal expertise and proactive advice re impending new legislation that might have an effect on our business, or pose an opportunity. They are an invaluable partner to our business and go so much further than a traditional law firm.’
'James Levy: A fountain of business knowledge and a seemingly endless network.’
‘Depth of expertise, market dominance, Gibraltar and international contacts and influence.'
‘Hassans know everyone in Gibraltar and are hardwired into the Government.’
‘James Levy is the key rainmaker in Gibraltar. David Weber has an excellent intellect.’
Key clients
- GibTelecom
- Government of Gibraltar
- Lloyds Bank
- Playtech
- Gibraltar Football Association
- Bitfrost Limited
- Apax Partners
- Entain Holdings PLC
- Scientific Games
- Viatris (previously Mylan)
- Royal Bank of Scotland (Gibraltar) Limited
- Forafric Global PLC
Work highlights
Acting for His Majesty's Government of Gibraltar in the refinance of a £500 million facility from RBSI.
Assisting TNG Global Foundation with commercial and construction legal aspects of the Bayside Project and the Eastside Project.
Acted for JM Glendinning on its acquisition of Blackfriars Insurance
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Practice head
James Levy KC; Richard Buttigieg; Ian Felice; Tim Garcia; Peter Montegriffo KC; Vikram Nagrani
Other key lawyers
David Weber; Isaac Levy; Michael Castiel; Abigail Cornelio