AFR Advocates is a distinguished law firm based in Guernsey, offering comprehensive legal services across various practice areas. The firm's expertise encompasses corporate and commercial law, litigation, clinical negligence, employment, property, insolvency, family law, inheritance and probate, maritime law, trusts, and regulatory matters. This broad spectrum of services enables AFR Advocates to cater to a diverse clientele, including international financial institutions, insurers, local businesses, and private clients.

The firm's reputation is bolstered by its team of highly skilled lawyers who combine technical excellence with commercial insight. Senior Partner Mark Ferbrache brings over 35 years of experience in chancery and commercial matters, while Managing Partner Paul Richardson is recognized for his extensive court experience in commercial litigation and dispute resolution. Their leadership ensures that AFR Advocates consistently delivers high-caliber legal services tailored to the unique needs of each client.

Client service is a cornerstone of AFR Advocates' approach. The firm is committed to understanding clients' commercial objectives and building strong relationships through responsive and pragmatic legal advice. This dedication is reflected in client testimonials, with one noting that AFR Advocates offers "consistently excellent levels of service and sound commercial understanding." Such feedback underscores the firm's commitment to delivering results-driven solutions with clarity and integrity.

About AFR Advocates
Practice areas
Accidents & Injuries
Business
Banking & Finance
Civil & Human Rights
Criminal Defense

Languages spoken
English

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Practice areas

Accidents & Injuries

AFR Advocates provides comprehensive legal support for clients involved in accidents and injuries, offering expert guidance through the complexities of personal injury claims. Their experienced team is dedicated to securing fair compensation for medical expenses, lost income, and other damages resulting from various incidents. By combining technical excellence with a client-focused approach, AFR Advocates ensures that each case is handled with precision and care, aiming to achieve the best possible outcomes for those affected by personal injuries.
Animal & Dog Injury
Assault & Battery
Birth Injury
Brain Injury
Car Accident
Construction Accident
Dangerous Product
Defamation
Drugs & Medical Devices
Medical Malpractice
Motor Vehicle Defect
Motorcycle Accident
Personal Injury
Premises Liability
Property Damage
Sexual Abuse
Toxic Mold
Toxic Tort
Travel Accident
Truck Accident
Work Injury
Workers Compensation
Wrongful Death

Business

AFR Advocates' Corporate and Commercial team provides comprehensive legal support to businesses at every stage of their lifecycle, including launching new ventures, restructuring operations, and planning strategic transactions. The team guides clients through all legal and regulatory aspects with clarity and efficiency.
Accounting & Auditing
Communications & Media Law
Employer
Health Care
International
Legal Document
New Business Formation
Office Solutions
Tax
FDA Law

Banking & Finance

AFR Advocates provides comprehensive legal services in banking and finance, advising both local and international banks and financial service providers on a wide range of domestic and international banking litigation matters. Their expertise includes general debt recovery, letter of credit disputes, derivatives and financial instrument disputes, fraud investigations, inquiries, disputes arising from the banker-customer relationship, product mis-selling, and proceeds of crime matters. The firm's banking litigation experience is bolstered by its strong international workload and regular involvement in complex, multi-jurisdictional cases.
Investment
Securities
Financial Services Regulation
Tax Increment Financing
Project Finance
Structured Finance
Acquisition / Leveraged Finance
Debt Capital Markets
Equity Capital Markets
Sustainable Finance
Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)
Funds & Asset Management

Civil & Human Rights

AFR Advocates offers comprehensive legal services in civil and human rights, focusing on protecting individuals against discrimination and ensuring the enforcement of their fundamental freedoms. Their experienced team provides strategic counsel and robust representation in cases involving employment discrimination, public accommodation issues, and other civil rights violations. By combining technical excellence with a commitment to justice, AFR Advocates works diligently to uphold the rights of their clients and promote equality within the community.
Civil Rights
Constitutional Law
Disability
Disability Insurance
Social Security Disability
Discrimination
Native People
Education Law
Military Law
Animal Law
Faith-Based Law
State, Local, and Municipal Law
Veterans Benefits

Criminal Defense

AFR Advocates has represented defendants in numerous high-profile cases before the Guernsey Courts, including those involving homicide, drug importation, and possession of counterfeit currency. The firm's dispute resolution team, recognized as one of the foremost in the island, is adept at navigating the complexities of criminal law, ensuring clients receive robust defense strategies tailored to their specific circumstances.
Arrests & Searches
Bail Bond Service
Criminal Litigation
Drug Crime
Drunk Driving
DUI & DWI
Juvenile Law
Sex Crime
Speeding & Traffic Ticket
White Collar Crime

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