We are widely recognised for advising on complex, high-value and sensitive trust disputes, often involving multi-jurisdictional structures and competing personal, fiduciary and commercial interests.
Our work frequently sits at the intersection of law, family dynamics and reputation, requiring both technical excellence and careful judgment.
Many disputes arise in highly personal contexts, and we are experienced in navigating underlying relationships while maintaining a clear focus on legal strategy and outcomes.
Early identification of risk and pressure points is central to our approach. By addressing issues at an early stage, we help clients preserve value, maintain confidentiality where possible, and avoid unnecessary escalation and cost. Where disputes cannot be avoided, we provide clear, decisive guidance and robust advocacy, whether through negotiated resolution, arbitration or proceedings before the Bermuda courts.
We act across the full spectrum of trust stakeholders, including settlors, beneficiaries and protectors, as well as trustees and private trust companies.
Our work covers the full lifecycle of contentious and potentially contentious matters. This includes:
- breach of trust and fiduciary duty claims, including professional negligence issues
- applications relating to the removal or replacement of trustees and protectors
- challenges to, or defence of, trustee decisions
- setting aside transactions or trust arrangements on grounds such as mistake or inadequate deliberation
- rectification of trust instruments and related documentation
- disputes arising out of the administration of estates and succession structures
We are equally experienced in non-adversarial court applications, where trustees or fiduciaries seek the court’s guidance or protection in the administration of trusts (including variation of trusts), blessing applications and other forms of supervisory relief.
Our team has extensive experience before the Bermuda courts, and in arbitration and other forms of alternative dispute resolution. We work closely with leading onshore firms on cross-border matters, ensuring coordinated and effective representation across jurisdictions.
