A young, dynamic lawyer who is going to go a long way, a true asset to the firmChambers Europe
He has made a material and substantive contribution to both his firm and the profession, particularly in the field of dispute resolutionJersey Law Society
Very competent and knowledgeableChambers Europe
Acts with skill and professionalism in a range of regulatory, trust, employment and property mattersJersey Law Society
sharp mind and excellent work ethicChambers (Global)
He couples an understanding of the need for commerciality with sound legal adviceChambers (Global)
Bright, engaged and thoughtfulLegal 500 2018
"Even in the most complex matters my approach is to ensure that sight of the big picture is never lost. Every single step must be taken with the ultimate objective borne in mind. The world is moving at an increasing pace; this naturally demands a readily available and responsive lawyer who can make reasoned decisions quickly."
Simon is a partner within the dispute resolution team in the firm's Jersey office.
Since joining the firm in 2008, Simon has developed a practice focused on high value commercial litigation, insolvency and contentious trust matters. He is able to draw on multi-jurisdictional litigation and alternative dispute resolution experience having worked in our Cayman Islands' office for three years.
Simon has extensive advocacy experience, appearing regularly before the courts of Jersey and the Cayman Islands. In 2015, he was awarded the Jersey Law Society's 'Junior Lawyer of the Year' and is ranked for dispute resolution in both Chambers & Partners and the Legal 500.
He is a keen public speaker and has a particular interest in directors' duties, shareholder disputes and cross-border insolvency. He is a member of the Legal & Regulatory Committee of the Association of Restructuring and Insolvency Experts (ARIES).
*not a member of Collas Crill LLP in Jersey
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