"Ogier is a firm focused on clients, which translates into excellent service."

That's the view of clients whose endorsement of the firm's Cayman Islands team has increased the number of legal specialists recognised as leaders in their field to 13 in the newly released Chambers Global 2020.

With partner Justin Savage newly ranked by the market commentator as "responsive, thoughtful, knowledgeable and proactive", an investment fund client confirms: "They are perfectly updated on local and international laws and regulations, and they have a very proactive approach when looking for answers and solutions for the client."

Ogier's Corporate and Finance team, led by the twice-ranked Angus Davison, are noted for their work for Transocean on the Cayman aspects of its USD2.7 billion acquisition of Ocean Rig. Chambers reports the team is "great to work with; they were timely, thorough and fantastic on the substantive issues throughout our transaction".

The "very responsive" James Heinicke and "cool under fire" Mark Santangeli are among those promoted up the ranks by Chambers Global this year.

Meanwhile the firm's "strong, responsive and approachable" Dispute Resolution team, led in Cayman by "calm, approachable, knowledgeable and responsive" Marc Kish and globally by Rachael Reynolds (who was recently named 'litigator of the year' at the Citywealth IFC awards), are highly regarded, responsive and approachable, says the guide which, annually, undertakes thorough research and analysis of local law firms and seeks extensive client and industry feedback to determine their results.

Practice Partner James Bergstrom said: "Such high praise of our teams from clients – included in a large number of endorsements within Chambers Global 2020 - is testament to our continual investment in and development of a strong culture of client service. Our focus on attracting and developing the best talent, evidenced through upward movement for some of our key individuals in these rankings, is also reaping rewards as we continue to be recognised in the market."

The individuals noted as leaders in their field are:

  • Corporate & Finance: James Bagnall, Angus Davison, James Heinicke, Bradley Kruger, Mark Santangeli
  • Dispute Resolution: Marc Kish, Rachael Reynolds
  • Investment Funds: James Bergstrom, Angus Davison, Joanne Huckle, Nick Rogers, Justin Savage, Giorgio Subiotto

Anthony Partridge, Ogier's Private Wealth partner, is also ranked in the Chambers HNW Guide.