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Professional Biography

"Good technical knowledge and leads a strong team who understand the way in which Jersey trusts and company businesses work." Legal 500 UK, 2024. James has extensive experience advising professional trustees, family offices, intermediaries and high-net worth families (both internationally and locally) on all aspects of Jersey trusts, foundations and estate planning together with all related company and commercial law issues. He is also experienced in establishing private wealth structures across multiple luxury asset classes to include yachts, classic cars, super cars, art and fine wine. He is part of Ogier's Aviation and Marine sector group.

What is your favorite restaurant to take a client or colleague to?

La Gavroche in London

What is the best piece of advice you have ever received?

Get to the point!

What was your first job?

Building site labourer

What is the book you recommend to everyone?

The Day of the Jackal - Frederick Forsyth

What changes do you expect to see in your practice over the next year?

Increase in charitable and philanthropic structuring.