Bedell Cristin advises on a range of transactional and regulatory mandates, handling both Guernsey-based and international M&A deals, related financing arrangements and restructuring matters. John Scanlan brings a ‘can-do attitude’ to his work on private and public M&A and financing arrangements. Dylan Latimer left the firm in October 2024, with Kate Ovenden and Tendai Gakanje departing in September 2025.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Highly client-focused and responsive.’

  • ‘John Scanlan stands out for his client care and responsiveness. John has a real can-do attitude.’

  • 'The team goes above and beyond some other firms and is proactive rather than reactive.'

  • 'John Scanlan is a standout partner. He is responsive, knowledgeable and commercial.'

Key clients

  • GXO Logistics Inc
  • Urban Logistics REIT plc
  • Ocorian Limited

Work highlights

Advised GXO Logistics Inc on the Guernsey legal and regulatory aspects of its acquisition of Wincanton plc.
Advised Urban Logistics REIT plc in respect of its bid to acquire the logistics and warehouse assets of abrdn Property Income Trust Limited.

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