The 'leading disputes team' at Hassans is adept at advising on cross-border business disputes, insolvency proceedings, and complex negligence claims. It represents clients in court and through mediation, with particular expertise in asset recovery and serious criminal defence. The practice is headed by Lewis Baglietto KC, who specialises in international commercial and maritime disputes. Gillian Guzman KC has broad experience across employment, equality, and family law, frequently advising major employers and public bodies. Known for his knowledge of insolvency matters, Daniel Feetham KC also contributes to the team, as well as Gilbert Licudi KC, who represents clients in commercial, employment, trust, and sports law matters. Darren Martinez has expertise in cryptocurrency, and Moshe Levy in commercial and trust disputes. Samuel Marrache and Shane Danino are other key contributors.
Dispute resolution in Gibraltar
Hassans
Praxisleiter:
Lewis Baglietto
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Gillian Guzman KC; Daniel Feetham KC; Gilbert Licudi KC; Darren Martinez; Moshe Levy; Samuel Marrache; Shane Danino
Referenzen
‘This is a team of the highest quality throughout. Completely committed to a successful outcome on behalf of clients with skill and sensitivity.’
‘James Levy and Shane Danino encapsulate the Hassans ethos of diligence, skill and a practical eye to the right and realistic solution.’
‘This is a leading disputes team in Gibraltar with vast experience and able people.‘
Kernmandanten
Republic of Kazakhstan
The Swedish Club
Caterpillar Finance Services UK Ltd
The Minister for Justice
Newline Underwriting
Kroll (Gibraltar) Limited
HM Government of Gibraltar
Hepta Limited
Gibtelecom Ltd
Entain Plc
WHG International
Highlight-Mandate
Signature Litigation LLP
Spearheaded by the 'extremely innovative and charismatic' Elliott Phillips, Signature Litigation LLP is a market-leading boutique firm specialising in complex international disputes and arbitration across areas such as manufacturing, civil fraud, and banking. Additionally, its mandates have often progressed to Gibraltar’s highest courts, including first-of-their-kind cases and novel legal issues. Phillips is a global expert in commercial litigation, trusts, fraud, asset tracing, insolvency, and shareholder disputes. Colin Grech has expertise in admiralty matters, including ship arrests, as well as financial services and ledger tech disputes. Paul Grant handles a broad range of disputes, including contentious trust matters, clinical negligence, landlord and tenant, construction, and insurance cases. Lucy Keane left the firm in 2025.
Praxisleiter:
Elliott Phillips
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Colin Grech; Paul Grant; Lucy Keane
Referenzen
‘Signature Litigation’s reputation as one of the leading dispute resolution practices in Gibraltar is richly deserved.’
‘Paul Grant is the complete package: diligent and thorough in his research; clever and thoughtful in his analysis; clear and cogent in his written and oral expression; and dependable, indefatigable and good-humoured at all times – even in the small hours and the long weeks of a gruelling trial.‘
‚Elliott Phillips is rightly regarded as a star of the Gibraltar bar – and an inspiring and well-respected leader of the Signature Litigation team.’
Kernmandanten
PwC – as Liquidators of Castle Trust Management Services Limited
Entain Holdings (Gibraltar) Limited
John Sherwood
Discovery Global LLC
Gibfibre Limited
RTI Limited
Attijariwafa Bank
Family of the late Robert Bates
Michael Edwards (the former founder of MCE Insurance) and his son Julian Edwards (Chief Executive Officer in relation to the UK broker MCE Insurance Limited)
UK Police Superintendents Association
Highlight-Mandate
- Instructed by Gibfibre Limited in a first of its kind competition matter under new legislation.
- Representing PwC in an application to the Supreme Court of Gibraltar for the appointment of Joint Liquidators of Castle Trust and Management Services Limited (CTMS).
ISOLAS LLP
The litigation department at ISOLAS LLP excels in employment, public sector work, and complex financial and crypto disputes. Mark Isola KC has acted for major employers and senior employees in employment matters. Samantha Grimes advises on workplace issues and defends tribunal claims. James Montado focuses on insolvency, fraud, and contentious trusts work, acting for major corporate and institutional clients. Neil F Costa advises on complex employment and civil matters, including tribunal claims, disciplinary processes, and pre-action litigation. The four lead the team, which also includes Nicholas Isola, James Castle, and Danielle Victor.
Praxisleiter:
Mark Isola KC; James Montado; Neil F Costa; Samantha Grimes
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Nicholas Isola; James Castle; Danielle Victor
Referenzen
‘Practical, sensible and focused; keen to ensure the best outcome for a client and work and argue hard to achieve it.’
‘James Montado – bright and innovative; knows his case inside out; can think outside the box to achieve a client’s desired outcome. Commercially sensible; strong advocacy skills.’
‘Isolas LLP’s dispute resolution team stands out for its combination of deep legal expertise, strategic thinking, and practical approach to resolving complex disputes. What makes the team unique is their ability to understand the clients‘ business and objectives, not just the legal issues, which allows them to tailor solutions effectively. The team is highly collaborative, responsive and proactive, providing clear guidance. Clients benefit from the team’s familiarity with the local legal system.’
Kernmandanten
Mansion (Gibraltar) Ltd