
Ogier is able to assist businesses based in Jersey with the immigration challenges linked to the arrivals of senior staff, and is also adept at guiding companies looking to set up operations in Jersey. Will Austin-Vautier, who leads the group following Helen Ruelle‘s departure in July 2025, advises clients on workplace discrimination claims, and individual and collective contractual negotiations. Wendy Lambert offers combined employment and commercial law expertise.
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- Will Austin-Vautier and Kate Morel are very impressive in the level of their client care and willingness to find solutions. I can't recommend them highly enough. They are very discreet and diplomatic. They are proactive and resolve issues before they even arise. Exceptional eye for detail and thoroughness. A pleasure to work with.
- Will Austin-Vaultier and his team were exceptional. From the very beginning, they demonstrated huge professionalism, deep knowledge, and a genuine commitment to helping us navigate the licensing process. What really stood out was their ability to explain complex legal issues in a clear, practical way, making everything feel manageable and far less overwhelming. Their attention to detail, responsiveness, and strategic thinking gave me complete confidence at every step. Added to this was how approachable, supportive, and truly invested they were in achieving the best outcome for us. Thanks to their guidance, everything was handled smoothly and efficiently.
- This practice excelled in securing our critical business and employment license, providing expert guidance, swift execution and strategic advocacy that cut through red tape efficiently. Their strengths included specialised expertise, rapid results, and client-focused service, which in my opinion was far superior to other practices we had engaged with.
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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
Will Austin-Vautier
Other key lawyers
Wendy Lambert
