Acclaimed for its work with major international institutions on regulatory, licensing, and structuring matters, Hassans continues to be a powerhouse in Gibraltar’s banking and finance sector. Its team is particularly active in fintech, e-money, and MGAs. Leading the practice, James Lasry is a key figure in fund innovation and blockchain advisory. Valerie Holliday brings deep expertise in finance transactions with a cross-border dimension. Yvonne Chu, a 'responsive and proactive' professional, leads the insurance practice and has extensive experience in corporate lending transactions. David Montegriffo stands out for high-value corporate and fintech transactions. The team also includes Caroline Lane, Jeremy Requena, Jerome Compson, and Isabella Lombard.
Banking and finance in Gibraltar
Hassans
Praxisleiter:
James Lasry
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Valerie Holliday; Yvonne Chu; David Montegriffo; Caroline Lane; Jeremy Requena; Jerome Compson; Isabella Lombard.
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‘Hassans‘ expert knowledge of the insurance – and specifically captive/PCC – sector is unsurpassed. In addition to this, the spread of knowledge within the firm lends itself to a seamless transition between partners when there is a need for change.’
‘Yvonne Chu is the most responsive and proactive lawyer I have ever dealt with. In my 25 years in the industry, I have never experienced the level of attentiveness and feedback that I get from her – and never at the expense of providing carefully considered advice.’
‘Smart creative lawyers with a lot of practical, relevant experience! ’
Kernmandanten
Extracover Insurance Company Limited
Vigilis Services Limited and Equitable Services Limited
Alwyn Insurance Company Limited
Watford Insurance Company Limited
Pattrn Capital Fund PCLP
Inveniam Capital Partners
Jiritsu (Gibraltar) Limited
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ISOLAS LLP
ISOLAS LLP is 'reliable and well-connected into the regulatory system in Gibraltar', continuing to stand as one of the jurisdiction’s preeminent firms in banking and finance. The firm is regularly instructed by major banks, insurers, property developers, and UK and Irish PLCs on high-value transactions and regulatory issues. Its work spans M&A, private equity, buyouts, structured and real estate finance, and enforcement of securities. It has also handled EU directive transposition and Brexit-related legislative reform. The practice is led by Christian Hernandez, Christian Caetano, and James Montado, with expertise across cross-border finance, insurance regulation, and post-Brexit compliance. Shakira Marsh-Finch brings key support to the team.
Praxisleiter:
Christian Hernandez; Christian Caetano; James Montado
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Shakira Marsh-Finch
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‘Isolas is reliable and well-connected in the regulatory system in Gibraltar, which means that we feel that we always get helpful advice.’
‘Christian Caetano is consistently good, always available even at short notice, and provides practical advice on local regulatory issues that is commercially aware. ’