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Several local law firms and lawyers have been listed in the latest edition of Chambers and Partners UK Guide, which aim to identify top legal talent.
Chambers and Partners is an independent research company operating across 200 jurisdictions which produces detailed rankings and insight on lawyers and firms around the world.
Nine of Appleby's local lawyers were recognised in the latest list, with the firm being praised for “always providing an excellent, swift service."
Pictured: Dickinson Gleeson's Partner James Dickinson.
Dickinson Gleeson moved to Band 2 status for its dispute resolution team, with Partners James Gleeson and James Dickinson ranked individually in Band 1 and in Band 2 respectively.
Partner Craig Swart also features as a Ranked Individual in the Offshore Trusts section of the directory.
“We are delighted to see the firm’s continued success rewarded by these improved rankings,” Mr Gleeson said.
“It is very gratifying to be commended for the high quality of our legal advice in the dispute resolution and offshore trusts arenas. We are also delighted with the recognition of our key individuals in a very competitive marketplace.”
Pictured: Collas Crill's Group Managing Partner, Jason Romer.
Meanwhile, Collas Crill retained its rankings across all departments and banded individuals, with a number of partners being ranked individually for the first time.
“On the back of our excellent Legal 500 results this year, we are delighted to retain our status in Chambers and Partners UK 2021, across all practice areas in both islands,” Group Managing Partner, Jason Romer commented.
“We are particularly pleased with the fantastic comments we received which are further endorsement of Collas Crill's client-first culture, innovative style and leading expertise.”
Mourant received a Band One ranking for seven service areas across the Channel Islands.
Among the 34 individuals recognised by Chambers and Partners, Joel Hernandez, a Partner in the Jersey Investment Funds team, has moved up to Band 1. Meanwhile, Associate Laurie Child has been named as 'one to watch'.
Pictured: Mourant Global Managing Partner, Jonathan Rigby.
“Our specialist teams have, for many years, enjoyed an outstanding international reputation for being amongst the best in their field,” Mourant Global Managing Partner, Jonathan Rigby said.
“The rankings are based on independent market research, including detailed feedback from the people who matter to us most – our clients.
“We're extremely proud to once again be classed as a market-leading firm in the Channel Islands and London, and the leading firm in our markets. I'd like to thank all those who gave their time to provide such positive feedback."
Carey Olsen gained a total of seven Band One practice area rankings and had more than 40 of its lawyers individually recognised across its Guernsey, Jersey and London offices.
In Jersey, top tier rankings were gained in three practice areas: corporate and finance, investment funds and dispute resolution.
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