Carey Olsen‘s ’thorough and efficient’ property team is able to tackle the full spectrum of commercial property deals, covering the acquisition and disposal of Guernsey-based properties, the negotiation and renewal of commercial leases and planning matters, both advisory and contentious. Group head Davey Le Marquand acts at the intersection of commercial transactions and inheritance-related property matters. Rachel Jones is the team’s planning specialist, overseeing clients’ planning applications and acting for them in subsequent appeals. Providing further transactional expertise is Kieran Ogilvie, who advises on the acquisition, disposal and leasing of Guernsey properties, in addition to assisting with matters of construction law. Jason Morgan retired during 2025.
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Testimonials
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- 'This was our company's first transaction on Guernsey and it was highly complex - there was no issue the CO team couldn't overcome or action swiftly in order to keep the wheels moving. From start to finish, a first class service all round.'
- 'Rachel Jones and Davey Le Marquand were our primary advisors, but the whole team was on hand when needed. Fantastic attention to detail at all times, but what stood out in particular was their ability to problem solve and overcome what I understand was a first deal of its kind on the island.'
- 'The team is very thorough and efficient, they turn requests around very quickly.'
- 'Partners are always available if their input is required.'
- 'The property team at Carey Olsen offers a personal approach and shows a genuine desire to achieve the client's goals. Their depth of knowledge is unparalleled in the local commercial property sector, and that is reflected in the efficiency of negotiations.'
- 'I have dealt with Kieran Ogilvie on three occasions, each in relation to commercial property leases. We have been able to successfully negotiate a balanced lease whilst also being granted specific tenants requirements, such as landlord capital contributions, capped property expenses and lease extensions.'
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Davey Le Marquand
Other key lawyers
John Le Tissier; Rachel Jones; Kieran Ogilvie