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sarah brehaut

partner | Walkers

Office Location: Guernsey

Jurisdiction

Guernsey

Top Specialisms

Dispute Resolution or Arbitration

Insolvency

Trusts: Contentious

Professional Biography

Sarah is a partner in Walkers' Guernsey Insolvency & Dispute Resolution Group specialising in contentious insolvency and regulatory disputes. Sarah is an experienced court-going Advocate who frequently appears in insolvency, trust and general commercial matters. Sarah also advises and represents directors of regulated entities in respect of regulatory investigations and disputes.

Question : For lawyers entering private client law, what are key skills you think are essential?

Answer: An ability to "see the wood for the trees" and focus on the ultimate end goal of the litigation.

Question : With the evolving landscape of the private client world, what are recent trends or shifts you are excited to explore?

Answer: The willingness of clients to take pre litigation and risk related advice is very welcome and it is a pleasure to become involved with clients at an early stage.

Question : Where is your favourite place to take a peer for a cocktail or coffee?

Answer: The Ned.