‘Excellent Guernsey legal and regulatory knowledge’ characterises Mourant’s corporate offering, allowing it to tackle challenges ranging from private equity investments to transactions involving listed companies and spanning the gamut of related regulatory matters. Heading the team is John Rochester, who is well versed in overseeing schemes of arrangement in addition to handling financing arrangements. Frances Watson maintains a broad practice, handling M&A and fund deals in addition to assisting with corporate restructurings, while John Lewis is noted for his expertise in private M&A and family office transactions. Alana Gillies Ridout is sought after for her combination of transactional and competition law expertise.
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Testimonials
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‘Mourant is our go-to law firm in Guernsey for corporate work involving UK publicly listed companies.’
‘John Rochester is extremely responsive, pragmatic and always close to the detail. He is great at finding creative solutions for issues.’
‘The customer service was excellent.’
‘John Rochester went the extra mile to assist in dealing with matters. He was pragmatic and super responsive.’
‘Excellent Guernsey legal and regulatory knowledge, explained in an easy to understand, practical manner.’
‘Mourant is the leading law firm for corporate and M&A in Guernsey. They have a strong bench and a deep understanding of the Guernsey legal landscape.’
Key clients
- Titan Wealth Services Limited
- The Travel Corporation
- Vitruvian Partners LLP
- GCP London Capital Unitholder Limited
- Crossways Trustees Limited
Work highlights
Advised Titan Wealth Services Limited on its acquisition of Ravenscroft's wealth management business in the Channel Islands.
Advised The Travel Corporation on its sale of 18 brands within its group of companies to funds advised by Apollo.
We advised Vitruvian Partners LLP on its investment into Options Technology.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
John Rochester
Other key lawyers
Frances Watson; John Lewis; Alana Gillies Ridout