Paul Nettleship

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. 

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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. 

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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.

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Arbitration is increasingly being used as a cost-effective, confidential and efficient alternative to court litigation for solving commercial, construction and more frequently trust disputes. The global enforceability of arbitral awards and the successful adoption of virtual technology by most arbitration institutions makes it an attractive option for resolving disputes. 

Our dedicated arbitration lawyers bring deep, cross-border experience in both international arbitration and mediation, combining strategic judgment with practical commercial awareness to work alongside and quickly determine the best approach for a successful conclusion. They are skilled at:

• Assessing forum suitability
• Managing complex stakeholder relationships
• Shaping dispute resolution strategies that reflect clients’ broader business objectives

With offices in Bermuda, the British Virgin Islands, the Cayman Islands, Guernsey, Jersey and London as well as a strong track record across a wide range of sectors, our arbitration lawyers can advise you on every aspect of international arbitration, adapting their approach to each dispute while offering clear, commercially rooted guidance aimed at achieving durable, cost-effective outcomes.

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What is the 'third sector' and how can we help?

The ‘third sector’ is an umbrella term that covers a variety of different organisations with different legal structures and purposes, belonging neither to the public sector (i.e. the state) nor to the private sector (profit-making private enterprise).

As a business, we are heavily focussed on supporting third sector organisations both in our local communities on local issues and also internationally.
Charities, non-profit organisations (NPOs) and voluntary organisations are increasingly required to plug the gap and perform the social and cultural functions formerly carried out by the public sector.

The importance of the third sector to public life was brought into sharp focus by the Covid-19 pandemic with a significant increase in the demand for services supporting the health and wellbeing of society. During this time we saw activity levels in this space increase with organisations expanding and new organisations being formed.

Our clients in this area tend to either focus on a particular group in society (such as those suffering from a particular illness or condition) or on a particular issue or problem that needs to be solved (such as domestic abuse, access to education or climate change).

Many of our staff sit on the governing bodies of third sector organisations giving their time, energy and expertise to assist in the delivery of the organisations' purposes.

Ways in which we support this sector include:

• provision of legal services – we draft constitutional documents, assist in the acquisition/sale of premises, draft employment contracts, deal with disputes, implement changes to the governing body, advise on compliance with law/regulation etc
• trustee and administration services – our in-house trust and corporate services company already administers several local and international charities
• Charity of the year –we select a charity of the year in each of our jurisdictions with whom we work closely and fundraise for. If you would like to nominate your organisation as our next charity of the year please get in touch here.
• volunteering – each year our staff are given at least one day a year where they can devote their time in support of the third sector – recent examples include meals on wheels, beach cleans etc.
• sponsorship – we often formally partner with, or sponsor, third sector organisations where their culture and values are aligned with ours.
• profile raising – when we support third sector organisations in any of the above we will, where appropriate and with permission, share our experiences on social media and help to raise the profile of those organisations.      

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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.

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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.

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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.

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When considering a move offshore, it's essential to seek advice from experienced advisers who know the market inside out.

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Collas Crill has a proven track record on planning matters, from initial advice through to successful planning appeals. Our aim is to make the planning process as simple as possible, bearing in mind at all times our clients' primary goal.

Our Channel Islands planning services include:

• initial options and feasibility analyses
• pre-application enquiries
• completing and submitting planning applications
• exemption queries
• development frameworks
• planning and lawful use certificate applications
• discharge and variation of planning conditions
• enforcement matters
• planning appeals
• general planning advice

For more information contact Chris Crew.

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