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Martin Le Boutillier

Partner

Legal

Jersey

Martin  Le Boutillier

Martin is a Jersey Solicitor specialising in all aspects of commercial property transactions in Jersey.

Experience

Martin has a particular focus on real estate finance and corporate acquisitions and disposals. He has recently acted on a number of high profile developments in Jersey both for developers and funders, as well as in respect of a number of acquisitions and disposals of prestigious office buildings in the heart of St Helier's financial district.

Background

Martin qualified as a Jersey Solicitor in 2003 and joined Collas Crill as a Partner in August 2011.

He is listed as a Leading Partner in Legal 500 and in Band 2 in the Chambers and Partners UK Guide.

  

Legal 500: UK Leading Partner Chambers Ranking In UK

Expertise

Our Jersey real estate specialists have the local knowledge and expertise to provide top quality advice on all commercial and residential transactions, as well as give meaningful opinions and anticipate challenges and opportunities, at every stage of the process.

We take the time to get to know you and offer discreet, practical advice that’s tailored to your needs. Our friendly, experienced team is one of the largest on the island 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. 

Contact us to find out how we can help you.

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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 offer top-quality advice and successfully anticipate the unique challenges and opportunities you are likely to face. We believe that 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.

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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 Jersey. 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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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 to Jersey in acquiring new homes and/or business premises and guiding them through the relocation process with advice on obtaining residency, high-value residency applications, and work and business licence applications, all on a strictly personal and confidential basis. 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.

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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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Real estate continues to dominate as an asset class for many investors. We have a strong track record in financing commercial real estate acquisitions, mainly in New York and the UK and the London prime market. We act for some of the key lenders in this area. Our clients include banks, funds, alternative lenders, private equity houses, private investors, hotel consortiums and family offices. Locally, we have worked on the funding of some of the most prestigious buildings in our jurisdictions.

News and insights

Jersey House Price Index figures released for Q1 2026

This morning Statistics Jersey released its report on the House Price Index (HPI) for the first quarter of 2026, which provides us with a superb overview ...

Insight 07/05/2026
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Jersey House Price Index figures released for Q4 2025

This morning Statistics Jersey released its report on the House Price Index (HPI) for the final quarter of 2025. This provides us with a clear overview of...

Insight 12/02/2026
  • Jersey
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Selling inherited property

Under Jersey law, if a person has no Will of Jersey immovable estate (the Will), as soon as they die, their freehold property automatically passes to thei...

Guide 06/11/2025
  • Jersey
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Latest Jersey House Price Index statistics for Q3 2025

The report on the House Price Index (HPI) for the third quarter of 2025 has been released and gives us a clear position as to how the market has performed...

Insight 06/11/2025
  • Jersey
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Strong rankings maintained in Chambers UK Guide 2026

Collas Crill's Guernsey and Jersey teams have upheld the firm's rankings across all practice areas in the 2026 Chambers UK Guide, including the Guernsey p...

News 16/10/2025
  • Guernsey
  • Jersey
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Latest Jersey House Price Index statistics for Q1 2025

The report on the Jersey House Price Index (HPI) for the first quarter of 2025 has been released and provides a great overview as to how the year has comm...

Insight 01/05/2025
  • Jersey
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Latest Jersey House Price Index statistics for Q4 2024

Statistics Jersey has released its report on the House Price Index (HPI) for the final quarter of 2024, providing collective figures on Jersey's property ...

Insight 13/02/2025
  • Jersey
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Latest Jersey House Price Index figures show a fall in property transactions, turnover and price

The report on Jersey's House Price Index (HPI) for the third quarter of 2024 has been released today - along with the Bank of England announcing it i...

Insight 07/11/2024
  • Jersey
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Collas Crill builds on strong rankings in 2025 Chambers UK Guide

Collas Crill's Guernsey and Jersey teams have upheld the firm's rankings across all practice areas in the 2025 Chambers UK Guide, with a notable promotion...

News 18/10/2024
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  • Jersey
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Collas Crill maintains strong rankings in Legal 500 UK 2025 Guide

Collas Crill's Guernsey and Jersey teams have maintained a strong set of rankings in this year's Legal 500 UK directory. The firm is consistently listed i...

News 04/10/2024
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First-time buyer schemes in Jersey

Purchasing your first property is a huge life step and, in many cases, it's important to utilise the assistance schemes on offer in Jersey to help with th...

Insight 02/09/2024
  • Jersey
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Jersey property review 2023

Newly released figures from Statistics Jersey regarding the island's property market reveal that, overall, 2023 saw a decline in house prices.   The ...

Insight 15/02/2024
  • Jersey
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New scheme for first-time buyers

The Government of Jersey has released details of the new States Assisted Purchase Scheme which is targeted at first-time buyers and will serve to assist i...

Insight 26/09/2023
  • Jersey
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Collas Crill advises on acquisition

Collas Crill has advised Van Mossel, a leading automotive group in Europe as they agreed terms for the acquisition of Jacksons Group. Jacksons, which oper...

Deals and cases 27/06/2023
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Relocating to Jersey?

This article was first published in DiCasa Magazine. The perfect blend of city life, countryside charm and a beach destination all in one, it's no wonder ...

Insight 26/05/2023
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New guidance for first-time buyers

Due to uncertainty arising from previous guidance, the Government of Jersey has now issued new guidance to clarify who will qualify as a first-time buyer ...

Insight 23/05/2023
  • Jersey
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2023 Jersey property market outlook

Jersey's economy has been somewhat cocooned from the impact of events occurring in Westminster and beyond. However it has not been without impact on the l...

Insight 27/01/2023
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Collas Crill: Chambers 2022 UK

Collas Crill has maintained its strong position in the Chambers & Partners United Kingdom 2022 directory, upholding its rankings across all practice a...

News 20/10/2022
  • Guernsey
  • Jersey
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Collas Crill UK Legal 500 2023

Collas Crill has maintained its strong position in the Legal 500 United Kingdom directory this year, upholding its rankings across all practice areas. Des...

Life and careers 29/09/2022
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  • Jersey
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New planning application service

Collas Crill has launched a new planning application service for homeowners in Guernsey and Jersey considering applying for planning permission. Over the ...

News 28/04/2022
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  • Jersey
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Three promotions in the CI

Collas Crill has made three promotions in its Channel Islands offices. In Guernsey, Nin Ritchie has been promoted to Of Counsel in Collas Crill's dispute...

News 11/06/2021
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  • Jersey
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Chambers and Partners UK 2021

Collas Crill has retained its rankings in Chambers and Partners UK 2021 across all departments and banded individuals in Guernsey and Jersey, with a numbe...

News 22/10/2020
  • Guernsey
  • Jersey
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Legal 500 UK rankings

Collas Crill has been recommended as a top tier firm in four practice areas in Guernsey and Jersey in the Legal 500 United Kingdom 2021 rankings, reflecti...

News 01/10/2020
  • Guernsey
  • Jersey
  • London
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Jersey Q4 house price index

The figures recently released by Statistics Jersey in respect of the House Price Index for Q4 accurately reflect the workflows that have been experienced ...

Insight 26/02/2020
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New Head of Conveyancing in Jersey

Collas Crill has announced the appointment of Gavin Renault as head of conveyancing within its Jersey office. The appointment comes as Collas Crill looks...

News 25/06/2019
  • Jersey
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Protection for property buyers

Moves are afoot to introduce a new, stream-lined process for selling property in Jersey. For anyone selling freehold property, it will become mandatory to...

Insight 18/03/2019
  • Jersey
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Jersey Lavender acquisiton

Collas Crill acted for the purchasers on the acquisition of Jersey Lavender. The transaction involved the acquisition of shares in a number of Jersey SPVs...

Deals and cases 06/08/2018
  • Jersey
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Jersey property team grows

Collas Crill has strengthened its Jersey property team with the appointment of two associates. Experienced associates Alison Le Breton and Alexandra Bassf...

News 24/07/2018
  • Jersey
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Acquisition of Ronez

Offshore law firm Collas Crill advised on the Channel Island aspects of SigmaRoc plc's acquisition of construction materials group Ronez for £45.0 million...

News 05/01/2017
  • Guernsey
  • Jersey
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Collas Crill acts in £10m. deal

Collas Crill's commercial property team in Jersey has advised property developer Comprop (C.I.) Limited on the acquisition of 13-14 Esplanade, St Helier, ...

Deals and cases 04/08/2016
  • Jersey
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