1、ChambersHigh Net Worth2022The leading HNW Professionals ChambersHigh Net Worth2022The leading HNW Professionals Global-wide2Global-widePrivate ABand 1Clyde&Co LLPClyde&Cos aviation finance practice is well respected for its work on private aircraft transac-tions,and can also offer advice on regulato

2、ry and contentious matters.“They have a depth of exper-tise and an ability to see issues at both a granular and macro level,”observes a source.“It is an excellent team with a wide range of expe-rience,”says an interviewee,who adds:“They are very knowledgeable and always able to provide clear guidanc

3、e,even on complex issues.”Notable practitionersMark Bisset is described by a source as“a global leader in his field.”He is an asset finance spe-cialist and co-leads the firms aviation practice from London.“He is very strong on business jet financing and is a safe pair of hands,”remarks an interviewe

4、e,who also says:“He is extremely knowledgeable and he has big fans amongst the financiers.”Dubai-based Michael Nelson leads the firms aviation finance practice in the Middle East and Africa.He advises clients on jet and hel-icopter transactions,including leasings,financ-ings and purchases,and also h

5、andles disputes and regulatory matters.“He is commercially astute and a pleasure to work with.”Nicholas Harding is based in the firms London office.He regu-larly handles private aircraft matters for lenders,owners and lessors.His work includes financings,operating leases and purchases.DLA Piper LLPD

6、LA Piper remains a popular choice for clients involved in jet and helicopter transactions.“They are very good at evaluating situations or issues within a transaction,they act calmly and provide clever solutions,”observes a source,and another says:“The team are very knowledgeable and pro-vide advice

7、and solutions in a timely manner.”The firm is also well known for its significant inter-national reach and ability to advise on multi-ju-risdictional matters.“A nice thing about working with DLA is their global reach.Theyre able to pro-vide legal opinions that are cross-jurisdictional,”observes a co

8、mmentator.Notable practitionersAlan Cunningham is“a world-class lawyer,”according to an impressed interviewee,and another states that“Alan is the go-to person within the aviation legal industry.”He leads DLA Pipers UK-based asset finance practice.Another com-mentator says:“Alan is a complete profess

9、ional.He is everything you look for in an aviation lawyer.He is knowledgeable and efficient,he is a key asset to our legal team.”Claire Manley is a senior associate with a broad financing practice that involves avi-ation transactions.“It is always a pleasure working with Claire and nothing is too mu

10、ch trouble,”observes a source.Senior associate Anna Powers advises a range of clients on asset finance deals,and is regularly involved in aircraft transactions.“Anna is without doubt one of the best lawyers we have the pleasure to work with.She is impressively detailed,efficient and astute,”says an

11、industry source.Holland&Knight LLPHolland&Knight is notable for the international reach of its aviation practice,which has lawyers based in multiple locations including Florida,New York,Virginia and London.“They can pull in as many aviation associates on a task as is needed.They have deep,deep aviat

12、ion resources,”states an interviewee.Notable practitionersJuan Carlos Ferrer(see p.7)in Miami advises a wide range of clients on jet transactions,including major financial institutions.“He is great to work with.I love to work with him.He is one of my favourite lender lawyers,”says an interviewee,who

13、 adds:“He is very easy-going and pleasant to deal with.He is a real delight.”Virginia-based John Hoover(see p.7)is an expert in aviation tax mat-ters,including transactional matters and contro-versy cases.“John has been a pleasure to work with knowledgeable and responsive.He brings ideas to the tabl

14、e and asks good questions to fully under-stand the situation in order to give appropriate advice,”observes a source.London-based Robert Ricketts(see p.7)is“sensible,commercial,wants to get things done,”according to a fellow aviation lawyer,and another commentator says that“his knowledge and guidance

15、 is valuable to all.”His broad practice includes advising on leasing,pur-chase,sale and financing deals.John Pritchard(see p.7)in New York is an asset finance lawyer who regularly advises on aircraft matters.“I have the utmost respect for him.He is incredibly knowl-edgeable.I enjoy it when I work wi

16、th him.He is one of the smartest people in the industry,”states a commentator.Vedder PriceVedder Prices global transportation practice has notable cross-border aviation capabilities and is particularly strong in Washington,DC and London.*Indicates individual with profile.(ORL)=Other Ranked Lawyer.Al

17、phabetical order within each band.Band 1 is highest.Band 1Bisset Mark Clyde&Co LLPCunningham Alan DLA Piper UK LLPGross Edward K.Vedder PriceHernandez David Vedder PriceJebely Paul WithersOSullivan Aoife The Air Law Firm LLP(ORL)Tebbit Oliver Watson Farley&WilliamsBand 2Ferrer Juan Carlos Holland&Kn

18、ight LLP*Hoover John Holland&Knight LLP*Ricketts Robert Holland&Knight(UK)LLP*Watson Derek G Vedder PriceBand 3Applegate Amanda Soar Aviation Law,LLC(ORL)Dyke Sarah DentonsHofer Stephen Aerlex Law GroupLynes Timothy J KattenPearson Richard Avion Law(ORL)Pritchard John F Holland&Knight LLP*Quayle Ste

19、ven Cains(ORL)Shire Adam HFW(ORL)Swirsky Keith GKG Law,P.C.(ORL)Band 4Nelson Michael Clyde&Co LLPPearl Stewart Pearl Professional Corporation(ORL)Up-and-coming individualsHarding Nicholas Clyde&Co LLPAssociates to watchDenora Luca WithersManley Claire DLA Piper UK LLPPowers Anna DLA Piper UK LLPLead

20、ing IndividualsBand 1Clyde&Co LLPDLA Piper LLPHolland&Knight LLPVedder PriceBand 2Watson Farley&WilliamsWithersBand 3Aerlex Law GroupDentonsKattenStephenson Harwood LLPLeading FirmsPrivate AircraftHow lawyers are rankedEvery year we carry out thousands of in-depth in-terviews with clients in order t

21、o assess the reputa-tions and expertise of business lawyers worldwide.The qualities we look for(and which determine rankings)include technical legal ability,profession-al conduct,client service,commercial awareness/astuteness,diligence,commitment,and other qual-ities most valued by the client.Privat

22、e Aircraft Global-wideContents:Private Aircraft Global-wide p.2Yachts&Superyachts Global-wide p.5Leading Individuals Private AircraftGlobal-wide“The firm has a team of attorneys that specifically handles private aircraft financing,so they are well-versed in the nuances of this type of lending,”says

23、a source.Notable practitionersEdward Gross in Washington,DC brings a vast amount of experience to complex aircraft financing transactions.“He is extremely strong on financing,”observes a source,who also says:“He is a very fun guy but a very serious transac-tional lawyer.”DC-based David Hernandez is

24、a former prosecutor with the Federal Aviation Administration(FAA).He now advises clients on aviation regulatory,enforcement,financing and disputes matters.Industry source recognise him in particular for his expertise handling regulatory mandates.London-based Derek Watson is an experienced asset fina

25、nce lawyer who regularly advises on aircraft deals,including purchases and sales and leasing transactions.“Derek has an amazing way of managing his client,”observes a source,and another describes him as“a strong business partner.”Band 2Watson Farley&WilliamsWFW regularly advises clients on jet finan

26、ce transactions,and is also able to represent parties in aircraft-related contentious matters.The firm also advises on deals requiring Islamic finance expertise.The“very knowledgeable and experienced”team at WFW is“perfectly accommodating,fast and pro-fessional,”according to an interviewee.Notable p

27、ractitionersOliver Tebbit is hugely respected in the aviation industry for his work on aviation finance matters.“Oliver works with the clients best interests fore-most but is also pragmatic enough to know when to recommend ceding certain points when appro-priate,”observe a commentator.Another source

28、 says that“he is professional and an elegant com-municator.”WithersThe well respected team at Withers moved over from another international law firm in early 2022.The group advises ultra wealthy clients on major jet transactions and is also able to assist with con-tentious matters.“It is excellent a

29、dvice from multiple angles.They are creative and willing to offer different types of advice for consideration,and there is good attention to often overlooked details and strong risk mitiga-tion,”says a source.Notable practitionersPaul Jebely is the global head of asset finance at the firm and a key

30、figure in the aviation industry for his work with ultra high net worth and busi-ness clients on private jet deals.“Pauls deep understanding of complex commercial and regula-tory matters means he is able to provide complex solutions no other counsel is able to provide,”says an interviewee,and another

31、 states that“I would work with Paul and his team on every deal if I could.”Luca Denora is a special counsel in the asset finance aviation team at Withers who regularly handles business jet transactional matters.“Luca is an excellent associate.He is very detail-minded and excellent to work with,”says

32、 a source.Band 3Aerlex Law GroupAerlex Law is boutique aviation law firm based in Los Angeles.The team advises on aircraft ownership and man-agement matters,and can also represent clients in related disputes.The firm is particularly well known for its work with entertainment industry clients.Notable

33、 practitionersStephen Hofer is the founder and president of the firm.He is well known in the industry,and regu-larly advises clients in the entertainment industry on aircraft ownership and operation matters.DentonsThe aviation finance practice at Dentons advises ultra nigh net worth individuals and

34、major finan-cial institutions on sales,purchases and leasings.A source says that“it is a very supportive team that has great knowledge of the aircraft matters.”“They provide total support throughout,with exten-sive and detailed knowledge of the implications of critical terms,”observes another commen

35、tator.Notable practitionersSarah Dyke in London is a member of the firms banking and finance department.She advises wealthy families and their family offices on air-craft transactions,and also works with lenders and leasing companies,among others.Dyke is praised for her“excellent client relationship

36、s and thorough understanding of the sector.”KattenKattens aviation practice advises a wide range of clients,including ultra-wealthy individuals and families,on purchases,sales,financings and other complex aircraft matters.“Timothy Lynes and his team made us feel like the number-one priority,”says a

37、commentator.Notable practitionersTimothy Lynes is the managing partner of the firms Washington,DC office and he also leads its aviation finance practice.“Timothy Lynes has deep subject matter expertise and is incredibly well versed in complex technical issues,”states an interviewee.Stephenson Harwoo

38、d LLPStephenson Harwood advises ultra high net worth individuals,corporate entities and financial insti-tutions on sales,purchases,financings and refi-nancings.A source notes the firm for its“excellent bench strength.”Notable practitionersRebecca Garner in London and Simon Wong in Hong Kong are key

39、contacts.Other Ranked LawyersAmanda Applegate is a founding partner of Soar Aviation Law,LLC.“She is extremely strong and popular on US deals,”says a source who adds that“she has a 360-degree view of the market.”Apple-gate regularly assists with purchases and sales,and also advises on fractional own

40、ership.Aoife OSullivan of The Air Law Firm LLP is well known for her work on aircraft financing matters.“She is very good and enthusiastic,”observes a source,who says:“Shes also entrepreneurial and shes really popular with owners.”Stewart Pearl is the chairman of Pearl Profes-sional Corporation,a bo

41、utique firm that spe-cialises in advising on aircraft transactions and related tax issues.“Hes real smart and really prac-tical.Its such a pleasure to work with him,”says an interviewee.Richard Pearson of Avion Law is well known among industry professionals for his handling of aircraft deals.“He doe

42、s a stunning amount of aircraft transactions,”says a fellow lawyer,and another source says that“he is extremely strong in aircraft transactions.”A further source states that Pearson“knows what he is doing and is easy to work with.”Isle of Man-based Steven Quayle leads the avi-ation practice at Cains

43、.He handles international asset financing work and advises wealthy indi-viduals and financial institutions on domestic transactions,regulatory matters and insolven-cy-related mandates.Adam Shire of HFW is notable for handling ship and yacht financing matters,as well as those con-cerning aircraft.“He

44、s great,hes really good,”says an industry source.Keith Swirsky is the president of Washington,DC-based GKG Law and he leads its business aviation and tax practice.He advises clients on a broad range of aircraft matters and is particularly experienced in federal tax issues.4Global-widePrivate Aircraf

45、t GLOBAL-WIDE:An Introduction to Yachts&SuperyachtsContributed by Robert Allen LawGlobal-Wide:Yachts and SuperyachtsThe practice of“yacht law,”reduced to its essence,is the practice of both domestic and private international law.It is not unusual for a superyacht transaction to involve the laws of a

46、n almost un-heard-of number of jurisdictions.For example,a yacht manufactured in Italy(1)may be sold through brokers in Switzerland(2)and New York(3).The offer to purchase may have been signed on behalf of a Cayman(4)compa-ny buyer,in Florida(5)by a Mexican(7)Ultimate Beneficial Owner(UBO)and be gov

47、erned by Florida law,with dispute resolution in Florida.The seller may be a Maltese(8)company,formed for a Greek(9)UBO.The listing agreement might be governed by Eng-lish(10)law with dispute resolution in London.That yacht may be transported from Spain(11)to Florida on a Dutch(12)owned ship flying a

48、 Dutch flag with a contract gov-erned by Dutch law,insured by a German(13)underwriter with a contract governed by German law.If financing is involved,the bank may be in another country,and the surveyor and the yacht management company might be in Monaco(14).And a decision must be made about the juri

49、sdiction of the vessels registration,which may be moved from the Isle of Man(15)to the Marshall Is-lands(16).And it just might be that the Cayman company buyer is owned by a Canadian(17)trust and the Maltese company seller is owned by a Liechtenstein(18)foundation.If that isnt enough,there are corpo

50、rate structure,liability,in-heritance and tax issues(duties,sales tax and VAT)to deal with.And all of these issues arise in an industry which has evolved a great deal as the average size of yachts has increased dramatical-ly and the number of superyachts has increased almost exponen-tially over the

51、past several decades.The volume of yacht sales increased dramatically during COVID period,riding higher even than during the“Trump bump”period,to the point where inventories of both new and used yachts are this year almost exhausted or simply not available,in the case of new yachts,for a year or eve

52、n several years.While inflationary pressures did not slow demand in 2021,this year has seen much greater inflation and geopolitical uncertainty given the conflict in the Ukraine,the constantly expanding sanctions on Russian oli-garchs and the complexity of dealing even with non-sanctioned Russians a

53、t this point all on top of the confusion created by the disordered US withdrawal from Afghanistan.Given this backdrop,it is impossible to imagine that demand will continue to grow at the pace of the past two years.There is virtually no talk of new markets in China and the Far East,as COVID has taken

54、 a major toll on the economy of the area.Government intervention in the form of shutdowns in cities as large as Shanghai and long mandatory quarantines have ren-dered the concept of yachting in China a tertiary subject for the time being.Sales in Europe have seen some decline relative to US growth.O

55、n the other hand,the US customer base has been steady with US buyers continuing to represent an almost constant 70%of new superyacht buyers.The Mediterranean remains the steady cruising favourite,the Adriatic creating some misgivings giv-en the conflict in Ukraine.As usual,there is significant growt

56、h among smaller superyachts cruising in Florida,the New York area,the Bahamas and the Caribbean,particularly with newer buyers.As mentioned above,when yachts are built,financed and re-possessed,the domestic laws of the jurisdiction where they are located come into play.For dispute resolution,the pri

57、macy of the London Maritime Arbitrators Association and American Arbitra-tion Association continues to be challenged by the International Yacht Arbitration Council(IYAC),a project of the International Yacht Brokers Association(IYBA).The IYBAs efforts in modernising standard sales,listing and other c

58、ontracts,has put pressure on MYBA to update their sales contract,which they have done,along with developing addenda to the long-standard MYBA charter agreement form resultant from the COVID crisis.These agreements,developed and updated pe-riodically by committees of experienced yacht brokers and law

59、-yers,comprehensively address most issues encountered in yacht transactions attempting to balance the rights of buyers,sellers and brokers in a manner consistent with historical market prac-tices.Not only have the multi-jurisdictional and contractual aspects of yacht law become more complex,so has t

60、he regulatory frame-work.Generally speaking,the larger the yacht,the greater the level of regulation.These regulations,which vary depending on where the yacht is located,and the nationality of its crew,increas-ingly address safety,health,immigration,environmental and la-bor issues.As the value of ya

61、chts has increased,so has potential liability when accidents or problems arise.This means that insur-ance issues and coverage-related disputes remain important and complex.And,of course,the insurance market has continued to tighten given loss-experience in the last decade.As is the case when custome

62、rs buy a business or real estate,despite yachts being essentially very large and expensive toys,the experience and knowledge of advisers familiar with a particu-lar industry are invaluable.Qualified yacht lawyers assist not only with understanding the clauses of build and buy-sell agreements,but in

63、helping their clients understand what is conventional or ac-cepted in the market,and how to protect against the usual,and even the unexpected,risks associated with buying or owning a yacht.They advise not only with respect to contractual terms,but also with the myriad of certificates and approvals y

64、achts require in order to navigate.They are also invaluable with respect to the assembly of the professional team buyers and owners need to manage the purchase,ownership and operation of their yachts.For example,attorneys can advise regarding the selection of yacht surveyors(inspectors)and with inte

65、rpreting the results of inspections and sea trials translating those results into doc-uments to help support transactions,warranty claims,litigation and arbitration,when such arise.They advise with respect to qual-ified insurance brokers and yacht management companies and,of course,with respect to f

66、lag selection.Beyond that,qualified law-yers can share their non-specifically legal experiences dealing with particular shipyards,sales executives,surveyors,insurers,yacht managers and jurisdictions.When buyers and owners contemplate chartering their yachts,an entirely additional set of rules,forms,

67、construction standards, Yachts&SuperyachtsGlobal-wideBand 1Alley,Maass,Rogers&Lindsay,P.A.Florida-based Alley Maass is well known for handling the full range of maritime law matters.The team advises clients on sales,purchases and vessel registrations,as well as ownership struc-tures.“They are the ma

68、rket leader in the US,”states an industry source.Notable practitionersRobb Maass leads the firms maritime practice and brings a vast amount of experience to com-plex matters.“He is an industry veteran in the US,he is one of the senior figures in the legal industry,”observes a commentator.David Maass

69、 is a mar-itime law specialist at the firm,and he regularly advises clients on yacht transactions.HFW“HFW are an excellent yacht and maritime law firm,”says an interviewee,who adds that“they have a very deep bench and an extremely well-qual-ified yacht law team.”The firms“extremely professional”yach

70、t lawyers advise clients on sophisticated cross-border financings,transac-tions and contentious matters.“HFW are well positioned in the super yacht industry to have in-depth market and commercial knowledge,”says a source.Notable practitionersLondon-based Jay Tooker is“very experienced and knows the

71、market,says a source.He co-leads the firms yacht practice.He regularly advises clients on yacht building,sale and purchase matters.“Jay Tooker is a pleasure to work with as,in addi-tion to his in-depth knowledge of our industry,he has a great ability to listen and see the point of view of all stakeh

72、olders,”observes a commentator.Andrew Charlier is based in Monaco and co-leads the firms yacht practice.“Andrew is extraordi-narily knowledgeable and a real gentleman.He is extremely responsive and very respected,”says an interviewee.Another industry commentator enthuses:“Andrew is one of the leader

73、s in the super yacht legal world.He is extremely knowledgeable and operates at a very sophisticated level.He is a pleasure to work with and has the experience to help get the most challenging and very complex transactions across the finish line.”Elinor Daut-lich advises on yacht financing deals,as w

74、ell as matters concerning the design and construction of vessels.“Elinor is very professional with very strong negotiation skills and has provided a great service,”says an interviewee,and another source states:“She has a wide berth of experience,is effi-cient,commercially aware and we rate her highl

75、y and would recommend her services.”William Maclachlan has a broad practice that includes yacht design and construction,sale and pur-chase,charter and refit matters.“He has a strong knowledge of the business,”observes an inter-viewee.Adam Shire is an experienced lawyer who advises clients on yacht f

76、inancing matters.“He is a pleasure to deal with,”states a fellow lawyer.Alex Sayegh is a London-based legal director who advises on matters relating to the construction,refit and repair of vessels,as well as sale and pur-chase deals.“We have enjoyed working with Alex.He is extremely responsive and c

77、onsistently offers creative solutions to address complex problems,”remarks an interviewee.Hill Dickinson LLPHill Dickinson remains a leading choice for clients involved in yachting matters.A source describes the firms yacht lawyers as“pragmatic”and“sub-ject experts.”“They are the best and strongest

78、legal team.They are an extremely professional,very human,very nice team to deal with.They are always available and offer an individual approach,”says an inter-viewee.Notable practitionersTony Allen is the head of Hill Dickinsons yacht team.He brings an enormous amount of experi-ence to complex trans

79、actional matters and also advises on insurance litigation relating to yachts.James Lawson has extensive experience in rep-resenting clients in a broad range of superyacht matters.He specialises in superyacht transac-tions and advises owners,brokers and designers.Panos Pourgourides advises banks and

80、yacht owners on financing matters.“He is good,”observes a source,adding:“Hes been knowledge-able when I have had him on the other side.”David Reardon is described by sources as“really good”and“very competent.”He is based in the firms Monaco office and advises on purchase,sale,con-struction and refit

81、 matters.Martin Penny is based in the firms Monaco office.He advises clients on contentious and non-contentious yacht matters.Alex Teji is based in London but regularly spends time advising clients in Monaco and Asia.“He is an excellent legal adviser,”observes an interviewee.Band 2Clyde&Co LLPClyde&

82、Cos yacht practice offers“a strong,quick response and up-to-date knowledge,”according to an interviewee,and another commentator says that it provides“a high level of service.”The team has lawyers based in London and Ham-burg who advise on litigation matters,as well as*Indicates individual with profi

83、le.(ORL)=Other Ranked Lawyer.Alphabetical order within each band.Band 1 is highest.Band 1Allen Tony Hill Dickinson LLPMaass Robb Alley,Maass,Rogers&Lindsay,P.A.Tooker Jay HFWBand 2Charlier Andrew HFWHarley Edward Foster Garvey PCLawson James Hill Dickinson LLPBand 3Allen Robert Robert Allen LawBarga

84、te Quentin Bargate MurrayBateson Duncan InceDautlich Elinor HFWNeedham Mark Hannaford Turner LLP*Noble Neil Stephenson Harwood LLP*Pourgourides Panos Hill Dickinson LLPRamlugon Adam Hannaford Turner LLP*Reardon David Hill Dickinson LLPVassallo Alison Fenech&Fenech Advocates(ORL)*Band 4Cabbia Giovann

85、a Clyde&Co LLPDesplanques Freddy Stream Avocats&SolicitorsHadley-Piggin Jonathan Keystone Law(ORL)*Horton Nick Dorade Law(ORL)Mace Ian Stephenson Harwood LLP*Maclachlan William HFWMoore Michael Moore and Company(ORL)Penny Martin Hill Dickinson LLPPuopolo Gianfranco PG Legal(ORL)Schommer Tim Clyde&Co

86、Shire Adam HFWTurner Paul A Hannaford Turner LLP*Up-and-coming individualsAnderson Christopher Robert Allen LawMaass David Alley,Maass,Rogers&Lindsay,P.A.Sayegh Alex HFWTeji Alex Hill Dickinson LLPLeading IndividualsBand 1Alley,Maass,Rogers&Lindsay,P.A.HFWHill Dickinson LLPBand 2Clyde&Co LLPHannafor

87、d Turner LLPBand 3Bargate MurrayInceRobert Allen LawStephenson Harwood LLPBand 4Foster Garvey PCStream Avocats&SolicitorsLeading FirmsYachts&Superyachtsinspection protocols,practices and customs apply.There are oth-er important considerations to keep in mind,from the customer side,when chartering a

88、yacht as well.In short,“yacht law”is the epitome of complexity with respect to legal issues,an incredible diversity of fact patterns,and an al-most impossibly complex regulatory backdrop,given the number of jurisdictions regulating these mobile mansions and multi-na-tional businesses otherwise known

89、 as“yachts.”Yachts&Superyachts Global-wide6Global-wideYachts&Superyachts transactional mandates.Notable practitionersGiovanna Cabbia is a London-based dual-qual-ified England and Wales and Italian lawyer.She advises yacht builders and designers,brokers and owners on construction and sale and purchas

90、e matters.Hamburg-based Tim Schommer offers clients a broad range of expertise in transactional yacht matters.“Tim is a great professional,expe-rienced and knowledgeable,who seeks to achieve the beat for his client,”says an interviewee.Hannaford Turner LLPHannaford Turners superyacht and luxury asse

91、t group continues to earn praise from industry fig-ures for its legal work and client service.“Hanna-ford Turner are a well-established company within the maritime industry,with knowledgeable and pro-active team members.I would highly recommend them,”says an interviewee.“They cover the superyacht se

92、ctor from a yard-to-client perspective and have a strong commercial shipping background to lean on,”observes another source,and a further commentator says:“Years of experience in shipping,as well as the superyacht world,gives them a wide pool of skills.”Notable practitionersMark Needham(see p.7)“is

93、a very astute lawyer,who understands the law and his clients.He offers sound advice,is diligent and accurate.He is highly recommended,”states an industry commentator.Needham advises on transactional matters,and also assists clients with disputes.“Marks prob-lem-solving ability is second to none,”sta

94、tes an interviewee,and another says:“Mark is a lawyer who gets to the point very quickly and makes the clients feel very comfortable in their deci-sion-making.”Adam Ramlugon(see p.7)has a mixed transactional and disputes practice,and he can also advise on regulatory matters.“Adam is definitely the l

95、awyer you want to have on your side,”states a source,with a further commentator saying that“he has a very good understanding of the industry.”Paul Turner(see p.8)has a broad maritime which includes yacht matters.His work includes advising clients on design and construc-tion contracts,financings and

96、management con-tracts.Band 3Bargate MurrayLuxury asset firm Bargate Murray remains a notable choice for clients requiring specialist advice on transactional yacht and superyacht matters and related litigation.“They are very pro-fessional and do resolve complex legal issues for clients,”observes an i

97、nterviewee.“They have a good mix of many years of industry experience coupled with strong professional knowledge,”states a commentator,and another source says:“I think the lawyers I have worked with are highly skilled and motivated.”Notable practitionersQuentin Bargate is the firms founder and chief

98、 executive,and he brings a vast amount of expe-rience to yacht matters.“He is a very experienced litigator and a problem solver,”says an inter-viewee,and another commentator says that“he is extremely knowledgeable,and a pleasure to deal with as well.”InceInces multi-jurisdictional yacht practice adv

99、ises on financings,sales and purchases,construction and crew employment matters,and is also well equipped to handle accident and insurance man-dates.“They have a very good knowledge of the market and are respected within the yacht market,”states a source.Another source says:“We have found Ince to be

100、 very proactive in their dealings with clients and they are certainly an outfit that find solutions to complexities that might arise to suit all parties.”Notable practitionersLondon-based Duncan Bateson leads the firms practice and is an experienced shipping lawyer who advises on finance,sale and pu

101、rchase,charter and construction matters.“We would have no hesitation in recommending him highly to any of our clients or colleagues.No issue is too trivial or complex for Duncan;he always has a sensible solu-tion and way forward,”says an interviewee.Robert Allen LawUS firm Robert Allen Law regularly

102、 advises leading yacht builders.The firm is also heavily involved in matters representing buyers and sellers,and also advises lenders.The firms lawyers also assist with contentious matters,as well as with transactional mandates.Notable practitionersRobert Allen founded the firm and is an experi-ence

103、d yacht lawyer.His clients include sellers,buyers,builders and brokers.“He is extremely popular with the brokers,”says an industry com-mentator.Christopher Anderson frequently han-dles superyacht-related transactions.His work includes acquisitions,registrations,construction matters and financing.Ste

104、phenson Harwood LLPStephenson Harwood is well known for its ship-ping and asset finance work,including matters relating to yachts and superyachts.As well as sales,purchases and construction mandates,the firm can handle insurance and disputes matters.“Every team member contributes and adds value to t

105、he client;they are a pleasure to work with,”states an interviewee,and another source says:“Ste-phenson Harwood would be the go-to firm for us,given the breadth of their knowledge and approach to various situations.”Notable practitionersNeil Noble(see p.7)is a consultant at the firm and an experience

106、d shipping and yacht lawyer.“Neil is a great asset and go-to person for all mat-ters yacht-related,”says an interviewee.A fellow lawyer states:“I would refer a case to him hes very decent.”Ian Mace(see p.7)is well known for his expertise in complex and significant ship financing matters,including th

107、ose concerning yachts and superyachts.He is the firms global head of ship finance.Band 4Foster Garvey PCUS firm Forster Garvey PC advises on construc-tion contracts,yacht sales,crewing matters and charters.“The team led by Edward Harley is very knowledge-able on all aspects of yachting and maritime

108、law,”observes an interviewee.Notable practitionersEdward Harley has a broad transactional practice that includes yacht matters relating to the con-struction,purchase and sale of vessels.“I really enjoy working with Edward,he is a great lawyer,”says an interviewee,who adds:“He is a pleasure to have o

109、n the other side of a transaction.I would very much recommend him to clients looking for advice on yacht-related matters in the USA.”Stream Avocats&SolicitorsFrench firm Stream Avocats handles the full range of yacht transactional matters,including sale,purchase,construction and financing mat-ters,a

110、nd can also assist with operational issues.Lawyers at the firm also represent clients in contentious matters,including insurance and casualty cases.“They provide excellent client service.The work is very complex,and I am confident in the capabilities of the firm,”says an interviewee.Notable practiti

111、onersFreddy Desplanques is a recognised expert in customs and tax matters.“He is a leading customs lawyer in France,”says a fellow yacht lawyer.Other Ranked LawyersJonathan Hadley-Piggin(see p.7)of Keystone Law advises private clients and financial institu-tions on a broad range of yacht matters.A s

112、ource says:“He is very easy to communicate with.He has always been really good with clients,and is good at turning things around.I wouldnt hesitate to recom-mend him.”Nick Horton is the founding director at Dorade Law.He is an experienced yacht and maritime lawyer who regularly advises on contentiou

113、s and non-contentious matters relating to yacht con-struction and refit projects.Michael Moore is the founding partner of Moore and Company.He is an experienced maritime lawyer who also handles aviation matters.Gianfranco Puopolo of PG Legal in Milan is well known in the yacht industry.He brings exp

114、erience to sophisticated,cross-border matters.Alison Vassallo(see p.8)of Fenech&Fenech Advocates in Malta leads the firms yacht prac-tice.Her work includes assisting with sales,purchases,financings and registration matters.“Alison is an exceptional maritime lawyer,with the skill and judgement to han

115、dle complex matters,”states an interviewee.Another source says that she is“a very good lawyer and fully aware of the various topics interesting the yachting industry.” Leading IndividualsGlobal-wideLeaders Profiles in Global-wideFERRER,Juan CarlosHolland&Knight LLP,MFeatured in Private Aircraft(Glob

116、al-wide)Practice Areas:Aircraft Finance;Lat-in America Practice;Business Aviation;CorporateCareer:J.C.Ferrer focuses his practice on commercial and private aviation matters,banking and finance,secured transactions,cross-border leasing and financing,general corporate matters and sales and acquisition

117、s of capital equipment.He actively represents high-net-worth individuals in connection with the purchase,sale and finance(including lease finance)of private and commercial aircraft,as well as in corporate and financing transactions.Such clients often rely on Mr.Ferrer to help acquire,finance and dis

118、pose of special assets.Professional Memberships:Nation-al Aircraft Finance Association;National Business Aviation AssociationHADLEY-PIGGIN,JonathanKeystone Law,London+44(0)20 3319 3700jonathan.hpkeystonelaw.co.ukFeatured in Yachts&Superyachts(Global-wide)Practice Areas:Jonathan is a highly experienc

119、ed marine and superyacht law specialist,with a broad legal practice that focuses on both the domestic and international yachting sector.His client base comprises banks and private clients in the yacht and superyacht industry.In addition,Jonathan advises marine businesses,crew and other leisure marin

120、e operators such as yacht management companies and marina owners.Career:Jonathan qualified as a solic-itor in 1995.Prior to joining Keystone Law in 2016,he worked at the following firms:Shoosmiths Lester Aldridge Stephenson Harwood Prior to becoming a solicitor,Jonathan spent twelve years at sea as

121、a navigating officer with BP Shipping and then as a submarine officer in the Royal Navy.HOOVER,JohnHolland&Knight LLP,Washington,DC+1 Featured in Private Aircraft(Global-wide)Practice Areas:Business Aviation;Taxation;Asset Finance;Aircraft Finance;Structured Finance;Nonprofit and Tax-Exempt Organiza

122、tionsCareer:John Hoover focuses his practice on federal and state tax planning,compliance,and controversy matters involving business aircraft and tax-exempt organizations.His business aviation tax work includes structuring business aircraft arrangements,federal and state tax controversy work,aircraf

123、t transactions and assisting the National Business Aviation Association(NBAA)on tax regulatory initiatives.His exempt organization work includes organi-zation of nonprofits,applications for tax exemption,relationships between nonprofit and for-profit companies,conversion of for-profit companies into

124、 nonprofit organizations and foreign operations.Professional Memberships:National Business Aviation Association,Tax Committee;American Institute of Certified Public AccountantsMACE,IanStephenson Harwood LLP,London00 44 782 735 Featured in Yachts&Superyachts(Global-wide)Practice Areas:Ian has been ac

125、tive in the yachting sector for almost 20 years.Ian has acted for owners in respect of newbuilding contracts for motor yachts and sailing yachts,and acquisitions and sales in respect of yachts and shares in yacht owning companies.Ian has represented owners at all stages of the yacht ownership cycle

126、as well in respect of repeat acquisitions for a number of owners.As the global head of the Stephenson Harwood maritime finance team,Ian has acted for borrowers,all of the major banks involved in the market and for other sources of capital investing in the yachting sector,advis-ing on all types of fi

127、nancing structures from facilities that are utilised for acquisitions of second hand yachts or to refinancing equity,through to construc-tion financing involving either refund guarantees or construction mortgages,and ECA backed financing of some of the largest yachts constructed.Ians extensive exper

128、ience also includes a number of the limited restructurings,arrests and enforcements in the yacht finance sector.NEEDHAM,MarkHannaford Turner LLP,London+44(0)20 3693 Featured in Yachts&Superyachts(Global-wide)Practice Areas:Mark is an expert in superyacht and luxury asset related matters offering his

129、 clients a compre-hensive,transactional and contentious,service within this highly specialised area of law.On the transactional side Mark is actively involved in yacht construction,yacht sale and purchase,refit and yacht finance work.Mark regu-larly advises on appropriate superyacht ownership struct

130、ures,VAT/Tax related matters,crew employment,operational issues,charter,berth sale and purchase and regulatory compliance.On the contentious side,Mark holds higher rights of audience and is highly skilled at resolving high value disputes in a no nonsense manner.He regularly acts for clients in priva

131、te arbitrations as well as litigation in the commercial courts and has an impeccable track record.Mark also acts for clients in the sale,purchase and ownership of private jets,helicopters,aviation engines.Mark enjoys building long lasting personal relationships with his clients and works with a glob

132、al clientele that includes a number of the worlds most successful business men and women,their families and private family offices as well as companies operating in the ultra-luxury space.Career:Mark is a partner and the joint head of the Superyacht and luxury asset department at Hannaford Turner LL

133、P.NOBLE,NeilStephenson Harwood LLP,London44 20 7809 Featured in Yachts&Superyachts(Global-wide)Practice Areas:An asset finance and commercial specialist with a focus on the marine sector.Neil has a wide range of international experience and exper-tise in asset,project,trade and general finance as we

134、ll as related commercial contracts such as construction and acquisition contracts and operational matters.Neil acts across the whole mar-itime spectrum,covering the full range of commercial shipping sectors,the off-shore oil and gas industry and also the highly specialist area of superyachts.Within

135、this area he acts for banks,other financial institutions,owners,operators and related service providers.He has a wealth of experience in highly struc-tured complex financing structures that often involve multiple jurisdictions and systems of laws.He has developed an in-depth knowledge of not just th

136、e legal issues,but also the cultural and practi-cal influences that can come into play when working across borders.In the superyacht sector,Neil has developed a reputation as being one of the leading experts on superyacht construction pro-jects and acquisitions.In recent years,he has worked on some

137、of the most prestigious and ambitious projects in the superyacht market.His commercial and pragmatic approach has been valued by clients who want to get their deals done quickly and efficiently.PRITCHARD,John FHolland&Knight LLP,New York+1 Featured in Private Aircraft(Global-wide)Practice Areas:Busi

138、ness Aviation;Aircraft Finance;Asset Finance;Struc-tured Finance;Equipment Financing and LeasingCareer:John F.Pritchard practices in the aircraft and equipment leasing and finance practice at Holland&Knight,which includes a substantial amount of business aviation for all players in the arena.He has

139、worked for business aircraft operators and owners,as well as lenders with security in business aircraft.This has developed into com-mercial operators of business aircraft and helicopters at the large heavy lift area and workouts and bankruptcies concerning same on behalf of lenders and lessors.The b

140、usiness aviation practice at Holland&Knight similarly covers all of these areas and is a very well regarded,dynamic,smart team,with major players in our London,Miami,Washington,D.C.and New York offices.This includes regulatory partners with a deep understanding of the business.Professional Membershi

141、ps:Aviation Working Group Legal Advisory Panel,ExCom member and Former Chairman;American College of Commercial Finance Lawyers;American Bar Associ-ation,Aircraft Financing Subcommittee,Former ChairmanPublications:Chapter on United States in the print and online editions of Aircraft Finance:Registrat

142、ion,Security and Enforcement,Sweet&Maxwell;Chapter on Aircraft Leasing,Equipment Leasing,Matthew Bender;Chapter on Aviation Workouts,Business Workouts Manual,Thomson ReutersRAMLUGON,AdamHannaford Turner LLP,London+44 020 3693 9576Adam.RFeatured in Yachts&Superyachts(Global-wide)Practice Areas:Adams

143、practice spans both contentious and non-conten-tious work in the field of luxury assets,with a particular focus on superyachts and private jets.His client base is pre-dominantly comprised of UHNWIs and Family Offices,but also includes other industry participants such as managers,brokers and corporat

144、e service providers.His non-contentious practice covers all manner of transactional and advisory work,from new build yacht construction projects(from 24m to 140m+),sale and purchase,refit contracts,asset finance,crew employment,insurance,regulatory and tax work(particularly VAT).Other areas of exper

145、tise include corporate re-domiciliation and ques-tions of“permanent establishment”,which can have an impact on the use and ownership of luxury assets.Adams contentious practice is also focused on work pertaining to luxury assets with a particular emphasis on construction and other commercial dispute

146、s arising out of yacht and aviation transactions.Across all areas of his practice,Adam values building strong relationships with clients and puts client care and service before everything else.Career:Adam read law at Cardiff Uni-versity and worked as an associate and then as a Partner at another sup

147、eryacht and luxury asset law firm before joining Hannaford Turner as a Partner in November 2019.RICKETTS,RobertHolland&Knight(UK)LLP,London020 7071 Featured in Private Aircraft(Global-wide)Practice Areas:Business Aviation;Aircraft Finance;AviationCareer:Robert Ricketts is an English aircraft finance

148、 solicitor who focuses 8Global-wideLeading Individuals his practice on aviation law,covering a wide range of legal and commercial aspects.He advises banks,leasing com-panies and airlines on various issues arising from the sale,purchase,leasing,financing,maintenance and mortgaging of aircraft,includi

149、ng relevant registra-tion procedures.Mr.Ricketts counsels a number of high-net-worth individuals as well as public and private companies on their aircraft acquisitions and aircraft operations.Professional Memberships:Aviation Working Group,Legal Advisory Panel;International Air Transport Association

150、,External IATA Trainer;European Air Law Association;Royal Aeronautical Society;The Law Society of England and Wales;British Business and General Aviation AssociationTURNER,Paul AHannaford Turner LLP,London(44)(0)Featured in Yachts&Superyachts(Global-wide)Practice Areas:Paul has long experience of wo

151、rking with custom builders,owners and their family offices,designers and managers of mega-yachts on letters of intent,construction contracts,refit contracts,design contracts,management agree-ments and financing arrangements.During the last 13 years he has worked on projects for the construction of 1

152、7 of the largest yachts built in Europe.Paul also works extensively in the cruise ship and residential ship sector where he represents many of the leading cruise brands and advises them on their shipbuilding contracts,conversion and refit contracts,financing arrangements,management agreements and ot

153、her operating arrangements.Career:Paul graduated from Peter-house,Cambridge with a 1st in Law.He worked for Clifford Chance LLP in Hong Kong and London first as an associate and then as a Partner from 1982 to 2008,and as a Partner at Clyde&Co LLP in London from 2008 to 2019.Paul joined Hannaford Tur

154、ner LLP as a Partner in February 2019.Publications:Since 1993 Paul has been a co-author and editor of Ship Sale and Purchase,a leading shipping law text book.He also contributes to maritime industry journals and gives presentations at maritime industry events.VASSALLO,AlisonFenech&Fenech Advocates,V

155、alletta+356 21 241 Featured in Yachts&Superyachts(Global-wide)Practice Areas:Alison Vassallo is a Partner of Fenech and Fenech Advo-cates and heads the Yachting Depart-ment.She also works within the Marine Litigation Department.She qualified in 2004 with a Doctorate of Laws from the University of Ma

156、lta and obtained her Masters Degree in International Maritime Law from the International Maritime Law Institute in 2005.She joined Fenech and Fenech Advocates in 2006.For the past 16 years she has advised and co-ordinated projects for owners and financiers relating to the acquisition and sale of pri

157、vate and commercial yachts with regard to reg-istration,financing,chartering,leasing and fiscal requirements and solutions.Furthermore her areas of practice within the firm embrace all aspects of maritime law including EU shipping law,recognition and enforcement of foreign judgements and arbitral aw

158、ards,ship ar-rest and other precautionary measures for obtainment of security and coordi-nation of tender procedures involving a maritime element.Alison is a Council and Executive Board Member within the Malta Chamber of Commerce,Chairper-son of the Yachting Trade Section within the Chamber of Comme

159、rce,Member of the Chamber of Advocates and a Board Member of the yachting subcommittee formed within the MMLA.ChambersHigh Net Worth2022The leading HNW Professionals Argentina10ArgentinaPrivate Wealth LBand 1Allende&BreaAllende&Brea leverages its over six decades of experience advising private clien

160、ts in Argentina and abroad.The team regularly advises high net worth individuals and families on a wide array of private wealth matters,such as tax and succes-sion planning,estates and trusts.The firm is also adept at charitable planning and dispute resolu-tion.“Working with the firm as a whole is a

161、 good expe-rience,not only because of Allende&Breas track record,but also because of the quality of their ser-vices,”states an interviewee.Another adds:“They have been proactive in mitigating future potential risks.”Notable practitionersRal Fratantoni is a“very good attorney with a holistic view of

162、the needs of his clients,”says a source,who further remarks:“He is a very strong adviser for M&A,trust and tax issues.”Another commentator says:“If you ask me if there is anyone who can always give me an opinion regardless of the jurisdiction,it is Ral,”adding:“He is an encyclo-pedia on internationa

163、l tax law.”Fratantoni focuses his practice on tax,pre-emigration planning,trusts,offshore structures and succession plan-ning.Nicols Procopio has a“very strong tech-nical background on cross-border issues between Argentina and the USA,”states a market commen-tator.“He is a mastermind in internationa

164、l finance,”adds another source.Procopio focuses his prac-tice on tax and estate planning,and tax-related advice for business structuring.Bruchou,Fernndez Madero&LombardiBruchou,Fernndez“has excellent profes-sionals and a very complete line of legal services,”enthuses a source.It specialises in tax m

165、atters and also advises high net worth clients on a wide array of other matters in the private wealth field.The firm has expertise in estate,succession plan-ning and philanthropic matters,as well as private wealth disputes.The firm is highly regarded for its work in these areas.Notable practitioners

166、Ezequiel Lipovetzky“is experienced,knows the market and the issues that private clients have from a tax and wealth planning perspective,”says a source,adding:“He is someone I can recom-mend.”He advises his clients on matters relating to domestic and international wealth,tax and succession planning.P

167、ablo Martin Muir advises his clients on tax,succession and philanthropic planning matters.Muir is described as an“excel-lent professional,with very good ideas and tech-nical and commercial suggestions.”Maximiliano Yudica Bartels is a senior associate at the firm.He focuses his practice on tax and ph

168、ilanthropic planning,as well as business and family succes-sion issues.He also advises on cross-border foun-dation matters.Marval OFarrell MairalMarval OFarrell Mairal“have highly qualified pro-fessionals for each matter,from fiscal planning to international law,”states a source.Marvals exper-tise i

169、ncludes tax and cross-border estate plan-ning,corporate asset structuring and trusts.The firm is able to call upon the resources of its tax,finance,corporate and real estate experts when advising high net worth clients in Argentina and abroad.Notable practitionersGabriel Gotlib focuses his practice

170、on tax and trust matters,as well as corporate law issues.“His commercial angle and understanding of the industry is what I appreciate the most,”says a market commentator.McEWANMcEWAN has a varied practice,advising high net worth clients on a wide array of matters such as tax,succession,inheritance a

171、nd cross-border estate planning.“They always provide me with innovative and creative solutions,”states a market commentator.“They are a team of extremely qualified profes-sionals,with a wealth of experience in their field,”says another source.The firm is highly regarded in the Argentinean market.Not

172、able practitionersJuan Pablo McEwan is a highly regarded tax and wealth planning expert.“He is one of the brightest minds in the business,”says a wealth commen-tator,adding:“Juan has the breath and depth of knowledge to help families and individuals navi-gate the complex canvas of tax laws involving

173、 mul-tiple jurisdictions,while making sure all aspects are professionally and thoroughly addressed.”Another source adds:“McEwan has always proved to be aware of not only local legal and tax issues,but also international tax and legal frameworks,which allows him to cope with any UHNW family needs.”Ag

174、ustin Lacoste“is a seasoned adviser,”says a source,before continuing:“He knows what the client needs.”He is highly reliable and is very well perceived by clients and professionals,”adds another commentator.He focuses his practice on international tax,succession and wealth struc-turing matters.Band 2

175、Baker McKenzieBuenos Aires-based Baker McKenzie advises high net worth clients on a wide array of matters,such as international wealth planning and fiduciary issues.They routinely advise private clients on residency.tax,trust and closely held business (ORL)=Other Ranked Lawyer.Alphabetical order wit

176、hin each band.Band 1 is highest.Band 1Barreiro Martn J Baker McKenzieFratantoni Ral Allende&BreaGotlib Gabriel Marval OFarrell MairalLipovetzky Ezequiel Bruchou,Fernndez MaderoMcEwan Juan Pablo McEWANTeijeiro Guillermo Bomchil(ORL)Band 2DAlessandro Valeria P DAlessandro Tax(ORL)Domnguez Esteban CROZ

177、 Tax&LegalLpez-Sansn Sebastin Salaberren&Lpez(ORL)Roberts Pablo CROZ Tax&LegalUp-and-coming individualsLacoste Agustin McEWANProcopio Nicols Allende&BreaAssociates to watchMartin Muir Pablo Bruchou,Fernndez MaderoYudica Bartels Maximiliano Bruchou,FernndezLeading IndividualsBand 1Allende&BreaBruchou

178、,Fernndez Madero&LombardiMarval OFarrell MairalMcEWANBand 2Baker McKenzieCROZ Tax&LegalLeading FirmsPrivate Wealth LawHow lawyers are rankedEvery year we carry out thousands of in-depth in-terviews with clients in order to assess the reputa-tions and expertise of business lawyers worldwide.The quali

179、ties we look for(and which determine rankings)include technical legal ability,profession-al conduct,client service,commercial awareness/astuteness,diligence,commitment,and other qual-ities most valued by the client.ArgentinaUruguayBrazilParaguayChileBuenos AiresPrivate Wealth LawContents:Private Wea

180、lth Law Private Wealth LawArgentinamatters.The firm has“knowledge and coverage of different regulatory angles of a transaction,”says a source,adding:“They also have a deep understanding about cross-border situations and their implica-tions.”A market commentator adds the team pro-vides“efficient and

181、highly sophisticated results.”Notable practitionersMartn Barreiro“is a highly experienced expert in his field and delivers excellent results,”states a source,while another says:“He is a longstanding adviser for complex cross-border matters.”“Martn has deep knowledge of Argentinean tax law and wealth

182、 management,”adds another commentator,before continuing:“He always provides accurate advice.”Barreiro has expertise across different areas,such as domestic and international tax and wealth planning,residency issues,as well as fidu-ciary matters.CROZ Tax&LegalCROZ Tax&Legal advises high net worth cli

183、ents on tax and succession planning,trust structuring and corporate restructuring.“They provide an out-standing service,”states a source,adding:“They have very good contacts with Argentine regulators,and their extensive high net worth client base pro-vides an additional understanding of whats going

184、on in real time.”“They have been perfectly able to handle all our requirements,”adds a market commentator.Notable practitionersEsteban Domnguez“has an excellent level of knowledge of sophisticated tax matters,”says a source.A commentator adds:“He has been excel-lent all around,managing expectations,

185、helping us to take the best decisions possible.”He advises high net worth clients on tax and succession plan-ning,as well as trust restructuring issues.Pablo Roberts“is very knowledgeable,very respected and highly recommended,”says a source.Rob-erts advises his high net worth clients on tax and succ

186、ession planning,re-domiciliation and cross-border wealth structuring issues.Other Ranked LawyersValeria DAlessandro is the founder of boutique firm DAlessandro Tax.She advises high net worth clients on a broad range of issues relating to tax planning and litigation,as well as trusts and asset protec

187、tion matters.“She is a great tax adviser,”states a market commentator,who adds:“She does a lot of litigation as well as planning for indi-viduals.”Sebastin Lpez-Sansn of Salaberren&Lpez-Sansn“develops really good personal relation-ships and is very creative.”He has particular expertise in matters re

188、lating to international tax-ation.“He is a really good adviser,”says another source.Guillermo Teijeiro of Bomchil“is one of the first tax lawyers in Argentina and is really good at what he does,”says a source,adding:“He can cover both private client and corporate matters.He is a really good tax lawy

189、er.”Teijeiro is a highly regarded spe-cialist tax lawyer within the Argentinean market.AustraliaChambersHigh Net Worth2022The leading HNW Professionals Private Wealth LawAustraliaBand 1Arnold Bloch LeiblerArnold Bloch Leibler handles an impressive range of estate,tax and business succession planning

190、 matters for high net worth clients such as entre-preneurs and affluent families.The firm is also well positioned to advise on charitable giving strategies.“Arnold Bloch Leibler in Melbourne is a standout,”says a source before adding:“They are very respected and traditional in their approach.”Anothe

191、r source states:“They have the same fire-power as major law firms even though they are much smaller.”Notable practitionersSenior partner Mark Leibler AC advises a wide range of private clients,offering personal tax,estate and trust planning advice,in addition to his corporate tax strategy expertise.

192、A source says:“Mark is one of the best tax practitioners in Australia.You want him on your side!”Ross Pat-erson“provides a great service and is outstanding in the private client area,”says a source,while another adds:“His calm,assured manner is a clear attraction for my clients.He possesses an incre

193、d-ible depth of knowledge and always delivers his advice within the clients expected time frames.”He provides high net worth families and individuals with succession planning and dispute resolution services.Joey Borensztajnm has over four dec-ades of experience in tax law and assists high net worth

194、clients with trust,estate,charitable giving and business succession planning matters.“Im always greatly impressed by Joeys depth of knowl-edge and the confidence he instils in clients and other advisers with the commercial strength of his advice,”says a source,while another comments along similar li

195、nes:“Hes commercially astute,very experienced and insightful.”Christine Fleer provides high net worth clients with a range of services including family wealth management,estate planning,asset protection and business succession planning.“Christine demonstrates an unwavering commitment to client servi

196、ce,and the quality of that service is exceptional,”says a source,who adds:“She has excellent knowledge of the law balanced with commercial pragmatism.She is great to work with.”Jackson McDonaldPerth-based firm Jackson McDonald assists pri-vate clients with the full suite of wealth planning matters,i

197、ncluding asset protection,business suc-cession planning and philanthropy.One source states:“They have a very strong repu-tation and a long history of specialising in this area and on complex matters.”Notable practitionersAdam Levin advises high net worth clients on a wide array of wealth preservatio

198、n matters,including estate and business succession plan-ning,trusts,asset protection and tax structuring.He also routinely handles commercial transac-tions and corporate governance matters.Band 2Hall&WilcoxHall&Wilcox“are technically very good,very pro-active and turn things around very quickly,”say

199、s a source,who adds:“If asked a technical question they give detailed responses.”Hall&Wilcox advises high net worth clients on trust and estate related matters including busi-ness succession planning,estate adminstration and charitable giving strategies.Notable practitionersWilliam Moore(see p.14)“i

200、s an excellent pri-vate client practitioner,delivering pragmatic and practical advice in a manner clients understand,”says a source.His practice covers contentious and non-contentious estate matters,as well as trusts and succession planning issues.Another source adds:“William is technically very str

201、ong and engaging with clients,fleshing out the clients needs and providing a sophisticated solution in a clear,concise manner.”James Whiley(see p.14)provides trust and estate planning and admin-stration at both a domestic and international level.“James is an excellent lawyer and has a strong domesti

202、c and international practice,often advising on Australian/UK estate planning matters,where he has developed a first-rate reputation,”states a client.Another source describes Whiley as“very proactive,technical and very commercial as well he always finds the most practical,cost-effective way to do thi

203、ngs.”Emma Woolley(see p.14)“is a leader in her field,well respected in the market and liked by clients for her pragmatic advice,”enthuses a source.She has broad expertise in contentious and non-contentious estate,trust and family busi-ness matters.Another interviewee states:“She is extremely knowled

204、geable in her field and is a great communicator with clients and is always able to deliver the clients needs.”McCullough RobertsonMcCullough Robertson has a strong presence in Brisbane and offers high net worth individuals and families a variety of legal services including estate planning and admini

205、stration along with tax and charitable giving strategies.One source states:“They have excellent people within their ranks.They are terrific lawyers with a great reputation.”Notable practitionersDavid Hughes is a tax law specialist and as such his practice involves advising high net worth cli-ents on

206、 sophisticated tax structuring matters.He has further expertise in dispute resolution mat-ters.Brisbane-based Scott Whitla is a succession planning specialist.His practice area involves business succession planning as well as trust*Indicates individual with profile.Alphabetical order within each ban

207、d.Band 1 is highest.Band 1Levin Adam Jackson McDonaldPaterson Ross Arnold Bloch LeiblerBand 2Borensztajn Joey Arnold Bloch LeiblerMoore William Hall&Wilcox*Stuk Jack KHQ LawyersWhiley James Hall&Wilcox*Woolley Emma Hall&Wilcox*Band 3Fleer Christine Arnold Bloch LeiblerHughes David McCullough Roberts

208、onWhitla Scott McCullough RobertsonLeading IndividualsSenior Statespeople:distinguished older partnersLeibler AC Mark Arnold Bloch LeiblerSenior StatespeopleBand 1Arnold Bloch LeiblerJackson McDonaldBand 2Hall&WilcoxMcCullough RobertsonBand 3KHQ LawyersLeading FirmsPrivate Wealth LawHow lawyers are

209、rankedEvery year we carry out thousands of in-depth in-terviews with clients in order to assess the reputa-tions and expertise of business lawyers worldwide.The qualities we look for(and which determine rankings)include technical legal ability,profession-al conduct,client service,commercial awarenes

210、s/astuteness,diligence,commitment,and other qual-ities most valued by the client.TasmaniaAustraliaSydneyPrivate Wealth LawContents:Private Wealth Law p.13Trust Companies p.14Leading Individuals p.1414AustraliaTrust Companies/Leading Individuals The editorial is in alphabetical order by firm name.Aus

211、tralian Unity Trustees Limited(Flinders Trustees)Australian Unity Trustees provides high net worth individuals with a range of services including trust management,and estate planning and adminis-tration services.The team also provides tax and accounting ser-vices to individuals and their businesses.

212、Equity TrusteesEquity Trustees is a specialist trust company that provides executor and trustee services,as well as estate planning and wills,powers of attorney,phi-lanthropy and asset management advice.Mutual TrustMutual Trust has offices across Australia and pro-vides advice on wealth management,i

213、ncluding portfolio administration,and taxation and philan-thropy issues.It assists high net worth families and their close-ly-held businesses,as well as trustees and non-profits.Perpetual Trustee Company LimitedPerpetual Trustee Company is headquartered in Sydney,and has offices in Melbourne,Perth,C

214、an-berra,Brisbane and Adelaide.It offers wealth management services,estate administration,powers of attorney and philan-thropy services.It also provides corporate trustee and family office services.Alphabetical order within each band.Band 1 is highest.Australian Unity Trustees Limited(FlindersEquity

215、 TrusteesMutual TrustPerpetual Trustee Company LimitedLeading FirmsTrust Companiesand estate litigation and estate administration.He works with high net worth clients to achieve their financial aims through these legal avenues.Band 3KHQ LawyersKHQ offers a range of services to high net worth clients

216、 including tax,estate and and business succession planning matters.A fellow private client lawyer says:“They have good tax people.”Notable practitionersJack Stuk“is an outstanding professional and very considered in his approach to complex issues,”says source.He provides taxation-related services fo

217、r high net worth clients.“Jack is an excellent,commercially minded adviser,”adds another inter-viewee.Trust CompaniesLeaders Profiles in AustraliaMOORE,WilliamHall&Wilcox,Melbourne+61 3 9603 .auFeatured in Private Wealth Law(Australia)Practice Areas:William leads Hall&Wilcoxs national Private Client

218、s practice.Widely regarded as a leading practitioner in the area of succession planning,trusts,estates and estate litigation,William prides himself on giving practical advice and under-standing clients needs and business intimately to give them the best results.William has a broad range of clients,f

219、rom those with young families to some of Australias largest family groups,as well as business owners and people moving towards retirement.This has provided him with practical insight into many issues,concerns and needs that arise at different stages of life.Career:William is listed as a leading Will

220、s,Estates and Succession Planning Lawyer and a recommended Wills&Estates Litigation Lawyer in Victoria in Doyles Guide to the Australian Legal Profession.He regularly publishes articles and presents for both the firm and professional bodies including Leo Cussen,The Tax Institute and Television Educa

221、tion Network,and speaks on radio station 3AW.Professional Memberships:William is a member of the Law Institute of Victoria and the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners(STEP).WHILEY,JamesHall&Wilcox,S.auFeatured in Private Wealth Law(Australia)Practice Areas:James specialises in estate and succe

222、ssion planning for high and ultra-high net worth clients in Australia and internationally(UK,Eu-rope,USA and Asia).He is experienced in estate and trust disputes including cross-border succession issues and conflicts,tax planning and related advice to trust structures for Australian and UK non-resid

223、ents,and probate and estate administration.Career:James is recognised in Doyles Guide to the Australian Legal Profession(New South Wales)for his expertise in Wills,Estates&Succession Planning.Professional Memberships:James is a full member of the Society of Trust&Estate Practitioners(STEP)and holds

224、the TEP designation having completed the STEP Diploma examination.He is also a committee member of STEP NSW and has completed the STEP Advanced Certificate in Trust Disputes.WOOLLEY,EmmaHall&Wilcox,Melbourne+61 3 9603 .auFeatured in Private Wealth Law(Australia)Practice Areas:Emma has extensive expe

225、rience in advising clients in estate planning and estate administration,trust structures,trust and estate disputes,and structuring for succession of ownership and control of private and family businesses.Emmas clients include high net worth individuals,families,privately held businesses and Family O

226、ffices.As an acknowledged expert in her field,Emma is regularly asked to present at conferences and seminars for professional bodies and organisations.Career:Originally from the Channel Islands,Emma commenced her career at law firm Ogier,in Jersey,where she developed expertise in the areas of trusts

227、 and estate planning.Emma is listed as a preeminent lawyer in Victoria in Doyles Guide to the Legal Profession for Wills&Estates.Professional Memberships:Emma is a member of the Law Institute of Vic-toria,the Inner Temple(Barristers Inn of Court,London),the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners(

228、STEP),and is a Chartered Tax Advisor.ChambersHigh Net Worth2022The leading HNW Professionals Austria16AustriaPrivate Wealth LBand 1Arnold Rechtsanwlte GmbHArnold Rechtsanwltes private wealth team is highly regarded amongst fellow attorneys in Aus-tria.The team has a reputation for acting for some of

229、 the wealthiest Austrian individuals.An inter-viewee says:“The team is very famous for trusts advice.”The team at Arnold Rechtsanwlte advises private clients on foundations and succession law.One source remarks:“Arnold is clearly the best in terms of private foundations advice.”Notable practitioners

230、Nikolaus Arnold is well regarded for his experi-ence and knowledge in trusts and tax law.His multidisciplinary practice also focuses on real estate and corporate matters.One source asserts:“He has an outstanding reputation.”Band 2BINDER GRSSWANG Rechtsanwlte GmbHBINDER GRSSWANG Rechtsanwlte“is highl

231、y recognised in the private wealth sector,”according to a market source.The team acts for high net worth individuals and families on a range of mat-ters,including those relating to succession plan-ning,foundations and tax.Sources praise the team,particularly for its approach to clients and its bench

232、 strength.“The team is quick and professional,”says a source,adding:“There is never a lack of persons with high knowledge.”Another source says:“BINDER is very diligent and hands-on.Cooperation within the team is seamless.”Notable practitionersAndreas Hable advises high net worth individuals and fami

233、lies on estate planning and private foun-dations.One source remarks:“In all aspects,he is very professional and helpful.”bpv Huegelbpv Huegel is described by one source as“a high-end tax law practice.”The team advises domestic and international clients on a range of issues,including succession plann

234、ing and tax matters.“They treat clients respectfully and are one of the best law firms handling complex and sophisticated tax matters,”says an interviewee,who adds:“The team is strong enough to handle big matters and its technical expertise is fantastic.”Notable practitionersFlorian Plattner is high

235、ly regarded by market commentators.He handles a range of private client matters,including private foundation and business succession issues.One source states:“He is one of the best lawyers in town,”while another interviewee asserts:“Florian is really smart,sophisticated and cosmopolitan.”Gerald Scha

236、chner has vast experience advising clients on succession planning and private foundations.Sources highlight his knowledge of tax law as one of his strengths.“He is one of the best tax lawyers in Austria,with impressive clients and a strong com-mercial approach,”says a market commentator.Another sour

237、ce says:“I am deeply impressed by Geralds technical knowledge and tax experience.”Wolf TheissWolf Theiss has an excellent reputation for its pri-vate client offering in Austria.One source says the team is“well connected internationally.”The team regularly advises clients on tax,estate planning,close

238、ly held business and philanthropy matters,among others.“They work on a high level,in a pragmatic and efficient way,”says an inter-viewee,who adds:“They answer questions with useable and serviceable solutions.”Notable practitionersNiklas Schmidt is well known in the Austrian private wealth market.Sou

239、rces say he is“the per-fect tax expert,”and“a class act.”One interviewee explains:“Niklas is 100%a private wealth adviser who knows a lot about cryptocurrency,so he would be the go-to lawyer if I have a matter in that regard.”Eva Stadler is adept at advising clients on com-plex private foundation an

240、d tax matters.One interviewee asserts:“She was very helpful and super responsive,”adding:“She did a great job of explaining things to the client.”Another commen-tator says:“She is technically very able,a person-able lawyer and someone who is easy to deal with.”Band 3DSC Doralt Seist Csoklich Rechtsa

241、nwlteDSC Doralt Seist Csoklich Rechtsanwlte has experience advising on a range of private client issues,including foundations and tax matters.The firm maintains a solid reputation in Austria.A source notes:“The team is doing a lot of private client work.They have very intelligent lawyers and are a g

242、ood team to work with.”Notable practitioners*Indicates individual with profile.(ORL)=Other Ranked Lawyer.Alphabetical order within each band.Band 1 is highest.Band 1Arnold Nikolaus Arnold Rechtsanwlte GmbHBriem Robert Briem Baumgartner Rechtsanwlte(ORL)Schmidt Niklas Wolf TheissBand 2Csoklich Peter

243、DSC Doralt Seist Csoklich*Grave Christian Jakobljevich&Grave(ORL)Hable Andreas BINDER GRSSWANG RechtsanwlteReich-Rohrwig Johannes CMS(ORL)Schindler Clemens Philipp Schindler AttorneysBand 3Doralt Paul DORDAKuhn Christian Kuhn Rechtsanwlte(ORL)Mller Katharina Mller Partner Rechtsanwlte(ORL)Plattner F

244、lorian bpv HuegelSchachner Gerald bpv HuegelSedlaczek Michael Freshfields Bruckhaus DeringerSzep Christoph Haslinger/Nagele Rechtsanwlte GmbHUtudjian Armenak GRAF ISOLA(ORL)Up-and-coming individualsHoyos Philipp Schindler AttorneysStadler Eva Wolf TheissLeading IndividualsSenior Statespeople:disting

245、uished older partnersTorggler Hellwig Torggler Rechtsanwlte(ORL)Senior StatespeopleBand 1Arnold Rechtsanwlte GmbHBand 2BINDER GRSSWANG Rechtsanwlte GmbHbpv HuegelWolf TheissBand 3DSC Doralt Seist Csoklich RechtsanwlteDORDAFreshfields Bruckhaus DeringerHaslinger/Nagele Rechtsanwlte GmbHSaxinger,Chalu

246、psky&Partners(SCWPSchindler AttorneysLeading FirmsPrivate Wealth LawHow lawyers are rankedEvery year we carry out thousands of in-depth in-terviews with clients in order to assess the reputa-tions and expertise of business lawyers worldwide.The qualities we look for(and which determine rankings)incl

247、ude technical legal ability,profession-al conduct,client service,commercial awareness/astuteness,diligence,commitment,and other qual-ities most valued by the client.AustriaGermanyCzech RepublicSloveniaCroatiaViennaItalyHungarySlovakPrivate Wealth LawContents:Private Wealth Law p.16Accountants&Tax Ad

248、visers p.17Private Banks p.18Leading Individuals Accountants&Tax AdvisersAustriaThe editorial is in alphabetical order by firm name.DeloitteDeloitte is very well known for working with pri-vate clients in Austria.It has extensive resources for assisting high net worth clients with their accounting n

249、eeds,and the firms experts also provide tax advice to individuals and family busi-nesses.KPMG Austria GmbHKPMG provides comprehensive accountancy and tax services to high net worth clients.A market source says:“They are still the largest players here in Austria.”LeitnerLeitnerLeitnerLeitner is a str

250、ong regional player assisting high net worth clients with tax and accounting matters.The teams clients include private individ-uals,foundations and family businesses.Ludwig&PartnerLudwig&Partner advises private individuals,family businesses and foundations on tax and auditing matters.An interviewee

251、notes:“Ludwig are one of the few firms capable of handling complicated international issues.”Alphabetical order within each band.Band 1 is highest.DeloitteKPMG Austria GmbHLeitnerLeitnerLudwig&PartnerLeading FirmsAccountants&Tax AdvisersPeter Csoklich(see p.18)advises private clients on foundation l

252、aw.“Peter is a clever guy,very intel-ligent and good to work with,”a source remarks.DORDADORDA is a highly regarded team with a long-standing reputation in the Austrian private wealth space.“Their expertise and quality is quite unique and at a very high level,”says a source,who con-tinues:“They are

253、also very swift and reliable.They are available anytime,have profound knowledge and are a friendly and very polite team.”The team advises ultra high net worth clients on complex domestic and international matters,including estate planning and tax law.“The big advantage of DORDA is the smooth combina

254、tion of highest legal expertise and strong administrative attention,”says an interviewee.Notable practitionersPaul Doralt has a strong reputation acting for wealthy international clients on a range of mat-ters,including foundations and tax and estate planning.His client base includes ultra-affluent

255、families.“Paul is one of the top market leaders in the field of private clients,”says a source,while another adds:“Paul Doralt is one of the absolute leaders in advising family trusts from a legal and tax perspective.”Freshfields Bruckhaus DeringerFreshfields Bruckhaus Deringer advises wealthy indiv

256、iduals and family businesses on wealth pres-ervation,tax matters and business succession.This full-service firm is well positioned to advise both domestic and foreign private clients from its office in Vienna.Notable practitionersMichael Sedlaczek advises high net worth indi-viduals and families on

257、wealth structuring.He also has experience in advising on foundations and trusts.Haslinger/Nagele Rechtsanwlte GmbHHaslinger/Nagele Rechtsanwlte advises wealthy clients on tax matters and private foun-dations.A source reports:“The firm has a strong footprint in Linz and Upper Austria province it is t

258、he leading local firm there for private client work.”Notable practitionersChristoph Szep advises clients on private founda-tions and business succession matters.One inter-viewee says:“He is a good intelligent lawyer.”Saxinger,Chalupsky&Partners(SCWP Schindhelm)Saxinger,Chalupsky&Partners is commende

259、d by market commentators for its depth of expertise.One source says:“The team has very good exper-tise in every single field.”The private wealth team is experienced at advising wealthy business owners on foundations,business succession and private client disputes.The firm has offices in Graz,Linz,Vi

260、enna and Wels.Schindler AttorneysSchindler Attorneys is a highly regarded team,advising ultra high net worth individuals,families and family offices on wills,private foundations,trusts and estates planning.One market commen-tator says:“The law firm has always provided their services very professiona

261、lly and to the best satis-faction.”Several market sources commend the team for the quality of its services.“They have a good inter-national understanding,deep knowledge,and are adept at coming up with practical but innovative solutions,”one source says.Notable practitionersClemens Schindler advises

262、affluent families on a range of matters,including succession planning and wills.“Clemens is one of the smartest lawyers I have used,”says a source,adding:“His under-standing of tax law is unparalleled.”Philipp Hoyos receives plaudits from several market sources.A source says:“Philipp has all one wan

263、ts for a private client lawyer;technical expertise and emotional intelligence.”Another source says:“Philipp han-dles cases with the appropriate combination of pro-fessional skills and understanding for the clients expectations.”Other Ranked LawyersRobert Briem of Briem Baumgartner Rechtsan-wlte GmbH

264、 is“one of the top lawyers in Austria for private client matters,”says a market commen-tator.He advises on foundation,inheritance law and business succession matters.Christian Grave of Jakobljevich&Grave is expe-rienced at advising clients on asset management and business succession.Christian Kuhn o

265、f Kuhn Rechtsanwlte is a“private client lawyer who is well connected,”according to one source.He has experience in advising wealthy clients on business succession and foundation law.Katharina Mller of Mller Partner Rechtsan-wlte maintains a solid reputation in the Austrian private wealth space.Sourc

266、es say she frequently advises clients on trusts and private foundations.“She provides profound and reliable advice on pri-vate client and estate planning matters,”says one market commentator.Johannes Reich-Rohrwig of CMS has experience advising clients on business succession,gifts and wills.“He is a

267、n intelligent lawyer,”says an inter-viewee.Hellwig Torggler of Torggler Rechtsanwlte advises high net worth clients on estate planning,private foundations and tax matters.Armenak Utudjian of GRAF ISOLA is the head of the estate planning,trusts and estates team.He has a great deal of experience in ad

268、vising clients on tax matters and foundations.Accountants&Tax Advisers18AustriaPrivate Banks/Leading Individuals The editorial is in alphabetical order by firm name.Bank Gutmann AGBank Gutmann is extremely highly regarded for its offering to private clients.The firms clients include wealthy individu

269、als and families,entre-preneurs,trusts and foundations.“Bank Gutmann are established,good,important players with a long history here in Austria,”notes a market source.Bankhaus Carl Spngler&Co AGBankhaus Carl Spngler provides private banking services to wealthy individuals and their busi-nesses.These

270、 include asset management and family office services.“When it comes to old money,Bankhaus are the best,”explains an interviewee.Kathrein Privatbank AGKathrein Privatbank provides asset management and succession planning services to its private banking clients.The bank has considerable expertise in t

271、he investing of foundation assets and advises founders,founders families and boards of direc-tors of foundations on issues surrounding the cre-ation and management of private foundations.A source confirms:“They have a strong,historic rep-utation when it comes to private foundations.”LGT Bank AGLGT p

272、rovides comprehensive private banking ser-vices to Austrian private clients.These include asset management and investment solutions.The bank advises high net worth individuals and families on wealth and succession planning.The bank also assists private clients with sustainable and impact investing.U

273、BS S.AUBS offers a range of private banking services including asset management and investment banking.The banks clients include wealthy indi-viduals and families,financial advisers and insti-tutional investors.A source says:“UBS have a strong footprint with ultra high net worth individuals,they are

274、 strong players here.”Alphabetical order within each band.Band 1 is highest.Bank Gutmann AGBankhaus Carl Spngler&Co AGKathrein Privatbank AGLGT Bank AGUBS S.ALeading FirmsPrivate BanksPrivate BanksLeaders Profiles in AustriaCSOKLICH,PeterDSC Doralt Seist Csoklich Rechtsan-wlte,Vienna+43 1 3194520cso

275、klichdsc.atFeatured in Private Wealth Law(Austria)Practice Areas:Peter Csoklich is a founding partner of DSC.Renowned legal directories rank him among the leading Austrian lawyers in dispute resolution,where he assists clients in all conflict stages,from conflict prevention and conflict management t

276、o representation before national and international courts as well as in international arbitration proceedings.His focus particularly lies on banking,insurance and transport law disputes.In addition,Peter has many years of experience in advising national and international clients on corporate law iss

277、ues and transactions.His expertise is particularly sought after in the areas of corporate law,foundation law and asset succession.Another focus of his work is advising companies in the logistics industry and related insurance,customs and foreign trade law issues.Peter teaches“International Business

278、Transactions”at the Vienna University of Economics and Business Administra-tion,speaks regularly at conferences,and is a sought-after author in his fields of expertise.For more information visit www.dsc.at ChambersHigh Net Worth2022The leading HNW Professionals Bahamas20BahamasOBand 1Graham Thompson

279、According to an insider,Graham Thompson is“one of the major four firms on the island,and theyre a very good firm.”Graham Thompson is a premier practice in the Bahamas for non-contentious and contentious trust matters.The firms team also deal with a broad range of matters in foundations,wills and est

280、ates.Notable practitionersSean McWeeney QC is a senior partner and chair of Graham Thompson.McWeeney repre-sents domestic and international high net worth individuals,fiduciaries and corporate clients on the creation,administration and restructuring of trusts and estates.Tanya Hanna is a partner at

281、Graham Thompson.Hanna regularly advises high net worth clients on estate planning,trusts,wills and probate matters.Higgs&JohnsonHiggs&Johnson is“very responsive,competent and efficient”according to a client.The firm pro-vides structuring and litigation services in relation to trusts and foundations.

282、The team has experience handling significant instructions from wealthy individuals,families and fiduciaries.Notable practitionersPhilip Dunkley QC is a senior partner at Higgs&Johnson.Dunkley has extensive experience in han-dling trust disputes and restructuring matters.He has experience working for

283、 wealthy individuals,families and fiduciaries on major international lit-igation.Earl Cash is a“go-to lawyer for some top trust companies,”reveals a source.Cash is a trusts and estates expert.Leroy Smith has“a brilliant legal mind”and is“very technical,and he knows his stuff inside out,”states one s

284、ource.Another interviewee says:“He has become our top litigation guy,he is very good.”Smith advises high net worth individuals,trustees and banks on a range of trust and private client litigation matters.Lennox PatonLennox Paton features a strong team of expe-rienced lawyers who advise on contentiou

285、s and non-contentious trust matters for high net worth clients,family offices,trust companies and other institutions.An interviewee states:“The team is diverse with a range of expertise,which makes it easy to get all necessary questions answered and action taken.”Notable practitioners:Michael Paton

286、is a“brilliant structuring lawyer,”notes one interviewee.Paton advises high net worth individuals,trust companies and other institutional clients on a wide range of non-con-tentious trust matters,including the establish-ment,administration and restructuring of trusts.According to an interviewee:“Mic

287、hael is highly skilled.His ability to factor in commercial and legal factors,assessing risk and finding bespoke solu-tions,is a value-add.He is efficient and provides timely responses.He goes above and beyond to ensure that client needs are met.”Brian Simms QC is a senior partner at Lennox Paton.Sim

288、ms has extensive experience in all aspects of Baha-mian trust law.Arthur Seligman is the head of the trusts and foundations teams at Lennox Paton.One interviewee notes:“Arthur has extensive expe-rience on trust and fiduciary matters.His expertise is evidenced in the quality of work he delivers to al

289、l of his clients.”Marco Turnquest is a“very good litigator”according to an interviewee,with an in-depth expertise in advising beneficiaries and trustees in high-value trust disputes.McKinney,Bancroft&HughesMcKinney,Bancroft&Hughes frequently acts for high net worth individuals,families and trustees,

290、and is particularly strong in contentious trust mat-ters.One interviewee states:“Sean and his team have a breadth of knowledge in all areas and have been instrumental for me.”Notable practitionersJohn Wilson QC(see p.21)is a“highly regarded”trust and commercial litigation specialist,according to a s

291、ource.Another interviewee states:“He is very practical so he will try and reach a res-olution for both parties.”Sean Moree(see p.21)is“very strong and hard-working,”according to a client.Moree represents high net worth individ-uals and families,as well as trust companies,in contentious and non-conte

292、ntious trust matters.Erin Hill(see p.21)is a“very good,bright lawyer,”remarks an interviewee.Hill advises clients in a range of trust-related matters including litigation and structuring.Other Ranked LawyersRaynard Rigby of Baycourt Chambers is a respected litigation and trusts lawyer.A market sourc

293、e says:“Rigby has an excellent reputation for being a fierce and tenacious litigator.”*Indicates individual with profile.(ORL)=Other Ranked Lawyer.Alphabetical order within each band.Band 1 is highest.Band 1Cash Earl Higgs&JohnsonMcWeeney Sean Graham ThompsonPaton Michael Lennox PatonSimms Brian Len

294、nox PatonWilson QC John McKinney,Bancroft&Hughes*Band 2Hanna Tanya Graham ThompsonMoree Sean McKinney,Bancroft&Hughes*Rigby Raynard Baycourt Chambers(ORL)Seligman Arthur Lennox PatonSmith N.Leroy Higgs&JohnsonTurnquest Marco Lennox PatonAssociates to watchHill Erin McKinney,Bancroft&Hughes*Leading I

295、ndividualsSenior Statespeople:distinguished older partnersDunkley Philip C Higgs&JohnsonSenior StatespeopleBand 1Graham ThompsonHiggs&JohnsonLennox PatonMcKinney,Bancroft&HughesLeading FirmsOffshore:TrustsHow lawyers are rankedEvery year we carry out thousands of in-depth in-terviews with clients in

296、 order to assess the reputa-tions and expertise of business lawyers worldwide.The qualities we look for(and which determine rankings)include technical legal ability,profession-al conduct,client service,commercial awareness/astuteness,diligence,commitment,and other qual-ities most valued by the clien

297、t.NassauThe BahamasGrand Bahama I.Gt.Abaci I.Eleuthera I.Andros I.Cat I.Long I.Crooked I.Offshore TrustsContents:Offshore Trusts p.20Trust Companies p.21Leading Individuals Trust Companies/Leading IndividualsBahamasThe editorial is in alphabetical order by firm name.Butterfield Trust(Bahamas)Ltd.But

298、terfield Trust is“one of the leading names”in the Bahamas market,both for banking and for fiduciary and corporate structuring services for high net worth individuals.It is a long-established bank in the Caribbean,and in the Bahamas it is considered to do high-quality work for high-end clients.Deltec

299、Deltec has a growing reputation in the Bahamas market.It provides clients with investment man-agement,family office advisory,fund admin-istration,and wealth planning and structuring services.One source notes that Deltec is“a very good trust company with a lot of bespoke trust work and a very good re

300、putation for client relations.”JP Morgan Trust Company(Bahamas)LtdJP Morgan has a good reputation in the Bahamas trustee space,and it is a long-standing presence in this market.Rhone Trustees(Bahamas)LtdRhone Trustees provides succession planning,philanthropy,family office and high-value asset servi

301、ces to wealthy clients.The Winterbotham Trust Company LimitedThe Winterbotham Trust Company is a well-re-spected player in the Bahamas.It also has offices in Hong Kong and the Cayman Islands.It provides fiduciary services and fund administration to high net worth clients.Alphabetical order within ea

302、ch band.Band 1 is highest.Butterfield Trust(Bahamas)Ltd.DeltecJP Morgan Trust Company(Bahamas)LtdRhone Trustees(Bahamas)LtdThe Winterbotham Trust Company LimitedLeading FirmsTrust CompaniesTrust CompaniesLeaders Profiles in BahamasHILL,ErinMcKinney,Bancroft&Hughes,N.bsFeatured in Offshore(Bahamas)Pr

303、actice Areas:Erin is a member of the firms Trusts&Private Client,Litigation&Dispute Resolution and Labour&Employment practice groups.She is a full member of STEP with Trust Estate Practitioner(TEP)designation and was recently appointed as Director for STEP Bahamas(2022-23).A vibrant,young lawyer wel

304、l versed in trusts/private client case law and statutes in The Bahamas,she is forging her way as a rising star at McKinney,Bancroft&Hughes in trust/private client litigation.Erin has also advised high-net-worth in-dividuals and families on the formation and variation of trust structures and is swift

305、 with finding innovative solutions to solve their issues.Career:Erin is a senior associate at McKinney,Bancroft&Hughes.After attending City University London,where she completed her Bachelors of Laws degree with First Class Honours in 2014 Erin enrolled in the Bar Professional Training Course(BPTC)a

306、nd completed the program in 2015 with a grade of Outstanding.She became an ADRgroup Accredited Civil and Commercial Media-tor the same year,after the successful completion of a course in alternative dispute resolution.Erin was called to The English and Bahamas Bars in 2015 when she also joined McKin

307、ney,Ban-croft and Hughes.In 2016,she received a Masters of Law in Professional Legal Skills with Commendation.Professional Memberships:Baha-mas Bar Association The Honourable Society of Lincolns Inn STEP BahamasPublications:The Bahamas chapter in Chambers 2022 Litigation Guide The Bahamas chapter in

308、 Chambers 2022 Enforcement of Judgments Guide Commercial Litigation in The Bahamas in Legal500s“The In-House Lawyer”Personal:An avid runner,Erin has completed half marathons and 10K races in Miami,Nassau,London and Paris.She also enjoys spending quality time with her family,and has a passion for coo

309、king and baking.MOREE,SeanMcKinney,Bancroft&Hughes,Nassau1-242-322-.bsFeatured in Offshore(Bahamas)Practice Areas:Sean Moree chairs the Trust&Private Client Practice Group and is a member of the Firms Executive Committee.He manages caseloads for multi-national companies and ultra-high-net-worth fami

310、lies.An accomplished litigator,Moree represents clients in a wide range of commercial disputes,including trust litigation,derivative actions,share-holder disputes and third-party claims.His litigation practice also focuses on insolvency,restructuring,and disputes in the banking industry.He frequentl

311、y works on cases that involve multiple jurisdictions,demonstrating prowess at liaising and collaborating with attorneys in other jurisdictions to ensure efficient management of international matters.Career:Sean is a partner at MB&H and sits on the firms Executive Committee.He completed his LL.B at t

312、he Univer-sity of Nottingham in 2002&the Bar Vocational Course at BPP Law School in 2003.He was called to both the English and Bahamas Bars in 2003.In 2004,Sean completed his LL.M at Wake Forest University.Professional Memberships:Seans memberships include:Bahamas Bar Association Restructuring and I

313、nsolvency Specialists Association(Bahamas)International Association of Restructuring,Insolvency&Bankruptcy Professionals Lincolns InnPublications:The Bahamas chapter in The Asset Tracing and Recovery Review,6th Ed The Bahamas chapter in Chambers 2022 Insolvency Global Guide The Bahamas chapter in Ch

314、am-bers 2022 Litigation Guide Commercial Litigation in The Bahamas in Legal500s“The In-House Lawyer”Personal:Sean is an avid sportsman and family man who especially enjoys tennis and boating.Positions:Deputy Chairman of the Office of the Public Defender Marshall for Bahamas Bar Association Disciplin

315、ary Tribunal Di-rector of the Salvation Armys Executive Advisory Board Founding Director for The Bahamas National Feeding NetworkWILSON QC,JohnMcKinney,Bancroft&Hughes,N.bsFeatured in Offshore(Bahamas)Practice Areas:John F Wilson QC is the senior partner of McKinney,Bancroft&Hughes and the chair of

316、its Executive Committee.He is also chair of the Litigation and Dispute Resolution Practice Group and the Admiralty,Shipping and Aviation Practice Group.Johns specialties include trust and private client advisory,which allows him to provide bespoke advice to HNW and UHNW clients,as well as tailored s

317、olutions to the unique needs of banks and trusts.He is one of the most sought after commercial litigators in The Bahamas and is renowned for his approachability,problem-solving skills and ability to advocate effectively for his clients.This has helped him forge longstanding client relationships with

318、 a majority of the institutional trust and private wealth management companies operating in The Bahamas.Career:Education:LL.B(Hon)Uni-versity of Buckingham Bar Vocational Course BPP Law School Wilson QC was admitted to the English Bar in July of 1994 and The Bahamas Bar in September 1994.He became a

319、 partner with MB&H in 2001 and senior partner in 2019.In 2020,he was invited to join the inner bar as a Queens Counsel.Professional Memberships:John is a member of the following:Bahamas Bar Association(September 1994)Charted Institute of Arbitrators(Arbitra-tor since 2016)Accredited Arbitrator of th

320、e International Centre for Dispute ResolutionPublications:Contributed chapters in:The Private Wealth and Private Client Review(Law Business Research)ADR and Trust(Spiramus)Carter-Ruck on Libel and Privacy(Butterworths)The International Real Estate Handbook(Wiley&Sons)Personal:Outside of the law,John

321、 enjoys spending time with his family and coaches soccer.BelgiumChambersHigh Net Worth2022The leading HNW Professionals Private Wealth LawBelgiumBand 1Deloitte Legal LawyersDeloitte Legal is“one of the top firms in Belgium”and has a team of trusted advisers to wealthy families and business owners.It

322、 handles a com-prehensive range of estate and tax planning,family governance,conflict management and lit-igation mandates.The firm is praised for its overall ability to advise high net worth clients.One source notes:“They combine an extremely strong emotional intelli-gence with the technical know-ho

323、w,”while another adds:“All of them are great advisers.”A wealth expert further remarks:“They are amazingly good civil lawyers.”Notable practitionersAlain Laurent Verbeke is described as“a very highly qualified private client adviser with a focus on civil law,”by a source,who also adds that“he is a p

324、rofessor in civil inheritance law.”A market commentator states:“One of his main merits is that he flagged private clients as an important legal area in Belgium.”An impressed source notes that it is“rare to meet someone who has such high intelligence,”adding:“He combines this with his technical compe

325、tence and large experience.”Mathieu Ex is valued for his experience assisting high net worth individuals and family business owners with complex tax planning issues,and he has an excellent reputation among interviewees for his client-handling skills.“He can anticipate our needs very well,”says a com

326、mentator,while another source reports that he“provides creative solutions to difficult problems and is committed to his clients cause.”The same source notes that“he is exceptionally bright,”before continuing:“He is highly proficient in the law,but also able to give good,solid,practical advice.”Bart

327、Verdickt regu-larly advises high net worth individuals,wealthy families and family offices on a broad spectrum of domestic and international wealth planning mat-ters,including estate and gift tax planning.“Bart ranks among the best,”says a market insider,while another source adds:“Bart is a true pro

328、fessional.He combines profound knowledge with the ability to really listen to his customer.”A third source agrees,saying:“He is very competent technically but he is also very human with clients.He explains concepts to them well and that is really important.”TiberghienTiberghien provides in-depth tax

329、,civil and cor-porate law advice to private clients on both a domestic and an international basis.“Tiberghien is absolutely top-notch,its my go-to in Belgium,”says a commentator,who adds:“They know their stuff,theyve got really great clients,they are diligent,really look after their clients,know whe

330、n to reach out theyre terrific.”Fellow Belgian lawyers note firms commitment to private wealth work.One says:“Tiberghien would likely be the law firm with the biggest focus on pri-vate clientele.They have a very good reputation.They have extremely skilled and highly qualified lawyers.”Notable practi

331、tionersGerd Goyvaerts(see p.26)handles domestic and cross-border tax structuring and planning for private clients.“His knowledge of Belgian tax law is undisputable,”says a source,and another adds:“He is certainly a leading figure in this area.He has been publishing quite a lot on Cayman tax law.”Goy

332、vaerts also wins praise for his extensive knowledge of anti-money laundering frameworks,with one source saying:“Gerd is outstanding.He is the authority in Belgium regarding anti-money laun-dering.There is no question about that.”Alain Van Geel(see p.26)is a“good civil lawyer,”according to a market i

333、nsider,and has experience in family law,estate planning,inheritance and matrimo-nial property issues.“He is certainly a leading individual in this practice area,”says one commen-tator,while another adds:“He has a lot of practical know-how.”Emilie Van Goidsenhoven(see p.26)is a“very good lawyer with an excellent practical approach and has knowledge of both Belgian and French tax laws,”says an impre