Walkers offers fund clients the ‘ability to assist across a range of queries,’ including the structuring and launch of Guernsey-registered investment vehicles, mergers between funds and fund transactions, in addition to advising on Guernsey regulatory requirements. Heading the practice are Craig Cordle, who specialises in the structuring and operation of public and private funds, and Guernsey managing partner Matt Sanders, whose expertise lies in private funds, covering their establishment, restructuring and subsequent transactions. Chris Hutley-Hurst’s practice spans both fund structuring and regulatory matters, advising on the structuring of private equity and listed funds while also assisting his clients maintain compliance with AML, digital asset and tax regulations. Gareth Morgan joined the group from Collas Crill in July 2025.
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‘Top notch lawyers operating in a boutique firm.’
‘Chris Hutley-Hurst is my main man at Walkers. Practical and insightful advice delivered efficiently. He advises me on three different structures I direct on behalf of one client. We have a fairly steady regular need to pick up the phone and he's always there for us. Very user friendly and doesn't overcomplicate matters.’
‘This is undoubtedly the most commercial team we have come across. They are always incredibly timely in responding and appreciate the nuances of our business - often that we need to do things in a rush and at inconvenient times. They have made every effort to understand our business and therefore their advice is always well considered and tailored for our particular needs.’
‘Chris Hutley-Hurst is an incredible lawyer and his depth of knowledge is invaluable to us. He is able to help us with a huge range of fund related queries and requests and is our one-stop-shop for anything legal-related across our funds, no matter the circumstances. He is a pleasure to work with and adds a huge amount to our offering.’
‘Approachable, knowledgeable staff with the ability to assist across a range of queries. You do feel that they are working with you to the same end as a partner.’
‘Charlotte Gonçalves and Craig Cordle were dedicated professionals, ready to discuss any part of the challenges we were facing and provide useful, important feedback at each point.’
Key clients
- International Opportunities Limited
- Blacksand
- Blue Night Investment Consult Corporation
- Canaima Global Opportunities Fund PCC Limited
- Chrysalis Investments Limited
- Da Vinci Private Equity Fund II, L.P.
- Raw Capital Partners
- Dominion Capital Strategies Limited
- EEA Life Settlements Fund PCC Limited
- Equitix
- GoldenTree Asset Management
- TP Capital
Work highlights
Advised Equitix on its sale and exit of 88% of the share capital of North West Electricity Networks (Jersey) Limited to Iberdrola S.A., with the consortium sale equity having a value of c. €2.5bn.
Advised Custodian Property Income REIT on a proposed £530m all-share merger with abrdn Property Income Trust Limited.
Advised Investec in respect of the establishment of a new $500m Guernsey-domiciled closed-ended investment company, International Opportunities Limited.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Chris Hutley-Hurst
Gareth Morgan
Practice head
Matt Sanders; Craig Cordle
Other key lawyers
Chris Hutley-Hurst; Gareth Morgan; Charlotte Gonçalves; William Schofield