Bedell Cristin advises a range of financial services and private equity firms on their transactions in Jersey and further afield, with particular expertise in real estate-heavy deals and with further knowledge of restructuring procedures in Jersey. Practice head Guy Westmacott’s practice encompasses matters ranging from M&A to corporate governance and restructuring issues. Westmacott is also adept at handling the regulatory issues tied to cross-border transactions. Managing partner Tim Pearce handles both corporate and real estate transactions, while Natasha Bairstow works on M&A and finance deals.
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Testimonials
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- 'The team is excellent, both technically and commercially and works with us in a flexible and helpful manner. They speak to us in English and translate from legalese!'
- 'Guy Westmacott is the standout partner.'
- 'Bedell's Jersey team is efficient, professional and provides excellent support to onshore deal counsel.'
- 'Approachable, provided clear and concise information and guidance, and was adaptable to changing circumstances.'
- 'Guy Westmacott was flexible and pragmatic, able to respond quickly and appropriately to changing requirements.'
- 'The team is very responsive and operates very much as part of our team for the clients we share. They are committed and supportive, even when deadlines are short.'
Key clients
- Andium Homes
- Arq Limited
- Advisa
- Claranet
- Clarivate
- Greenvale
- Le Masurier
- JT
- McIntyre Partners
- New Age
- Tullow
Work highlights
Advised Greenvale on its sale of The Jersey Royal Company to Albert Bartlett.
Advised the selling shareholders on their sale of Advisa to Titan Wealth.
Advised Andium on its £100m US private placement.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
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
Guy Westmacott
Other key lawyers
Tim Pearce; Natasha Bairstow