Jessica Burgess
Associate* | Guernsey
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We found Jess Burgess to be very professional and a good communicator
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Jess Burgess and Joanne Seal have been so amazing. They have helped me understand the legal side but explained in layman's terms
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All I can say is great service and great to deal with
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Overview
Jessica is an Associate in the Private Client and Trusts team and is based in Guernsey.
Jessica specialises in matters relating to Wills, Probate and Estate Administration. She also specialises in capacity matters, advising on local Guardianships, Lasting Powers of Attorney matters and also the recognition of foreign equivalents.
Experience
- Assisting local and non-local individuals with preparing and overseeing the execution of Wills;
- Providing advice to clients on complex estate planning matters;
- Assisting local and non-local Executors with the Guernsey estate administration process;
- Providing advice to clients on the Inheritance (Guernsey) Law, 2011 and subsequent claims which may be brought against an individual's estate;
- Advising on intestate estates and assisting with the relevant applications to allow for the administration of an intestate estate; and
- Assisting with capacity matters such as Lasting Powers of Attorney and Guardianships.
Background
Jessica graduated from the University of Chester with a 2:1 Bachelor of Law with Honours and completed the LPC Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Legal Practice with the University of Law, achieving a Commendation.
Prior to joining Collas Crill, Jessica worked for a local fiduciary company. During her time there she was heavily involved with FATCA/CRS reporting and GDPR work, understanding how these regimes impacted fiduciaries. Jessica also completed the International Advanced Certificate in Anti Money Laundering and achieved a merit from the International Compliance Association.
During her training contract with Collas Crill, Jessica completed a three month secondment at the prestigious London law firm, Withers LLP, working in their Private Client team and focusing on estate planning, wills and succession.
Jessica qualified as a Solicitor of England and Wales in September 2023.
Memberships
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Member of GILA (Guernsey International Legal Association)
YBG (Young Business Group) Guernsey*admitted in England and Wales
The role of a modern trustee has never been more complex. Trustees must satisfy the needs and desires of their beneficiaries, manage complex assets and navigate an ever-changing legal and regulatory landscape.
We know that trustees can need assistance and advice on how best to satisfy their duties and to meet their legal and regulatory obligations. We understand and have a great deal of experience in working with trustees to get ahead of any potentially difficult situation and resolve it in a way that minimises risk and conflict.
Managing wealth, asset preservation, planning for succession and inheritance, and writing wills can be a complex and difficult experience. It's important to ensure that your assets are distributed according to your wishes and that your family and/or successors are taken care of.
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