Walkers‘ ’ability to manage high-stakes negotiations’ allows it to take on large scale private-equity led deals, overseeing cross-border M&A transactions and also assisting corporate clients with restructuring and redomiciliation matters. Leading the team are Guernsey managing partner Matt Sanders, who couples M&A experience with expertise in fund structuring, and Craig Cordle, who handles public and private mergers, as well as competition issues. The ‘outstanding’ Chris Hutley-Hurst combines a considerable M&A track record with knowledge of related tax and regulatory requirements. Jessica Robinson specialises in insurance sector matters alongside her financial services M&A work, while Charlotte Gonçalves advises financial services clients on Guernsey regulatory requirements.
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‘The practice was involved in the development of regulatory policy through sitting on industry boards, so they understand the intent behind the regulation as well as the written substance. This gives them the ability to speak directly to the regulator and States of Guernsey, so advice is always in-context.’
‘Chris Hutley-Hurst has been our main contact and has been outstanding. He is involved in policy development with the regulator as part of local industry boards. Chris can speak to regulators, government officials, the civil service and other parts of the industry. He is therefore able to contextualise advice and make it commercial through actions as well as in the advice itself.’
‘Deep experience sets them apart, allowing them to navigate complexities with confidence and efficiency. They have keen attention to detail, strong deal-making skills, and the ability to manage high-stakes negotiations that make them a trusted partner.’
‘Jessica Robinson delivers the perfect blend of legal advice and commercial practicalities. She has the perfect blend of legal, financial and business acumen to drive successful outcomes. Her keen attention to detail, strong deal-making skills, and ability to manage high-stakes negotiations has made her a trusted partner that we will use for many years to come.’
‘The team was able to pick up our request on short notice and provided adequate cover for when the fee earner was absent from the office.’
‘The Walkers team is always highly responsive and able to take a sensible commercial view. They have been a great help moving transactions forward on short timescales.’
Key clients
- Equitix
- One Rock Capital Partners LLC
- Investec Limited
- Willis Towers Watson
- Fort Group
- Oaktree
- Aston CM Guernsey Limited
- Tetragon
- Universities Superannuation Scheme
- Warburg Pincus
- GoldenTree Asset Management
Work highlights
Advised Equitix on multiple high-value acquisitions of substantial infrastructure, telecoms and renewable energy assets.
Advised One Rock Capital Partners LLC on the Guernsey elements of the acquisition by its affiliate of Snacks Développement SAS.
Advised GoldenTree Asset Management on its £351m acquisition of a portfolio of real estate assets from abrdn Property Income Trust.
Lawyers
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
Matt Sanders; Craig Cordle
Other key lawyers
Chris Hutley-Hurst; Jessica Robinson; Charlotte Gonçalves; Angela Proctor