Jody is a real estate lawyer who advises on all aspects of residential and commercial property, including acquisitions, leasing, financing, conveyancing and development projects.
Experience
Prior to specialising in Guernsey real estate law, Jody worked within a range of property professions including building surveying, building control, property management and property investment and refinancing. This experience gives him unique and comprehensive skills in advising clients on the practical, technical and legal aspects of commercial and residential real estate, including development matters.
Background
Having spent three years as a trust and company administrator, Jody attended the University of West of England and graduated in 2007 with a degree in building surveying.
After working as a building surveyor in England, drafting and negotiating construction contracts and managing the tendering process, Jody returned to Guernsey in 2007/08 as a Building Control Inspector. During this time he bolstered his technical knowledge of real estate and the laws that underpin Guernsey real estate.
Jody completed the Graduate Diploma in Law in 2022 and the Barrister Training Course in 2024 (with distinction) before being called to the Bar of England and Wales as a Barrister in 2024.
In 2025, Jody obtained the Certificat d'Études Juridques et Normandes from Université de Caen Normandie.
"I am passionate about all matters of real estate and pride myself on being practical in resolving matters efficiently."
Expertise
Managing wealth, asset preservation, planning for succession and inheritance, and writing wills can be a complex and difficult experience. It's important to ensure that your assets are distributed according to your wishes and that your family and/or successors are taken care of.
There may be alternative ways that you wish to dispose of your estate, for charitable and philanthropic reasons or to look after those who are unable to care for themselves.
Whatever you choose, it is important to seek the right advice to ensure your wishes are preserved. At Collas Crill we have experts in a number of jurisdictions to assist with wills, succession planning, inheritance matters and probate.
We provide fast, cost-effective and sensitive advice on all types of will-related disputes during what is often an extremely upsetting and distressing time for those concerned. We regularly act on multi-party actions for both plaintiffs and defendants.
When executors, family or friends of a deceased need to get access to assets held by their loved one, they may be asked to produce a document commonly referred to as a 'grant of probate'. A grant of probate means that an individual is given the right, by the relevant court, to deal with a deceased's estate. The deceased may have left a will or may have died intestate (without a will). It might be the case that probate has already been obtained in another jurisdiction and that a separate grant of probate needs to be obtained in Guernsey or Jersey. This can be an unfamiliar and stressful process. At Collas Crill we have many years' experience in making these types of applications. We are able to assist in simply obtaining the grant of probate, can arrange release and payment of the Channel Island assets to the relevant person, or deal with the full administration of an estate depending on your requirements.
With market-leading expertise in all forms of property law including residential, commercial and planning, we aim to go above and beyond expectations to provide clients with the best possible service.
Our friendly, experienced team is one of the largest in Guernsey and can help you with a range of property services, whether you're relocating to the Channel Islands, moving house on island, planning to develop your property or seeking other residential or commercial property advice.
We are ranked in the top tier of both the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners directories.
Property law can be a complex, daunting and emotional experience for many individual buyers and sellers. Feeling an emotional tie to your new or prospective property, your 'home', is inevitable.
When buying or selling property you need a strong, dependable team that knows the market inside and out. We are one of the largest real estate teams in Guernsey and offer top-quality advice which anticipates the unique challenges and opportunities you are likely to face.
Communication and responsiveness is the key to a stress-free experience which is why we're always on hand to listen, offer assistance and pick up the phone to keep you informed at every stage of a transaction.
For Guernsey conveyancing quotes, please email the team or telephone +44 (0) 1481 734295.
Our commercial property team includes some of the most highly regarded offshore commercial property lawyers. We are recognised and cited for our experience, commercial approach, exceptional service standards and ability to deliver in a fast and efficient manner.
We have been involved in many of the most significant commercial property transactions of the last decade in Guernsey. We handle all aspects of commercial freehold and leasehold real estate, acting for both landlord and tenant, buyer and seller, and have the experience to guide you through every stage of a transaction with absolute confidence.
We act for a number of well-known and well-respected local development companies and can assist with all aspects of a development project, including site acquisition, finance, planning and constructions advice, though to estate schedule drafting and eventual sales. Our team also regularly advises on construction law documents and contracts.
We have acted for numerous business owners, developers and investors in the leisure and retail market, including freehold acquisitions and disposals, financing and leasehold and commercial aspects. We regularly act for many funds, hoteliers, and retail landlords and tenants, including many nationally and internationally recognised businesses.
When considering a move offshore, it's essential to seek advice from experienced advisers who know the market inside out.
Our partner-led real estate team regularly helps newcomers in acquiring new homes and/or business premises and guiding them through the relocation process. We act for many high-net-worth individuals and high-value residents.
We believe that communication and responsiveness are the key to a stress-free experience which is why we're always on hand to listen, offer assistance and pick up the phone to keep you informed at every stage of your move. We are consistently praised by clients for our calm, proactive and hands-on approach, ensuring all transactions are completed as swiftly and smoothly as possible.
Some of our people have first-hand experience of relocating themselves, affording them a unique insight into the challenges and opportunities you are likely to face.
We can assist you or your company with all forms of certificates and permits and out-of-scope applications, specifically short-, medium- and long-term employment permits, out-of-scope applications, permanent residence certificates and residence permits.
We can also assist with indefinite leave to remain, tier 2 visas, entrepreneur visas and British citizenship.
The property sector is critical to the economic landscape in any jurisdiction and, whatever's going on in the market, every transaction requires lawyers who can act proactively, adapt and deliver in an ever-changing environment.
As the global legal and regulatory landscape becomes ever more complex, managing wealth across generations, succession planning and transferring control of assets has never been more challenging. That's why it's important to work with lawyers who can offer solutions that are tailored to your unique circumstances.
