Direct Access Barrister

Mikhail Alexei Xavier Charles

Direct Access Barrister

Mikhail Alexei Xavier Charles

Mikhail is a civil specialist whose is qualified and practises in England and Wales as well as a number of jurisdictions across the Caribbean (including the British Virgin Islands and St Kitts & Nevis). His focus upon commercial litigation.

Mikhail is a highly experienced civil specialist who practices law in England, Wales, and various Caribbean jurisdictions, including the British Virgin Islands and St Kitts & Nevis. His focus on commercial litigation and the needs of high-net-worth (HNW) clients often involves cases with an offshore element. Mikhail is able to accept offshore work from the UK and regularly travels to represent clients in other countries.

In England and Wales, Mikhail's practice covers a wide range of civil areas
He has extensive experience in obtaining emergency injunctions, such as freezing orders, and regularly appears in County Courts, tribunals, and the High Court. Mikhail also undertakes drafting and advisory work and is well-versed in all forms of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), accepting instructions in both domestic and international mediation and arbitration. He is a qualified mediator.

In his offshore practice, Mikhail frequently handles cases with an international element, familiar with the specific considerations involved in proceedings spanning multiple jurisdictions. He appears in the High Court and Court of Appeal in the Eastern Caribbean.

What sort of work do I do?

My primary focus is on commercial litigation which often involves cases with an offshore element. I am qualified to practice law in England, Wales, and various Caribbean jurisdictions, such as the British Virgin Islands and St Kitts & Nevis.

In England and Wales, my work includes:

1. Commercial law
2. Property law
3. Landlord and tenant disputes
4. Insolvency
5. Trusts
6. Contract law
7. General civil litigation

I have extensive experience in obtaining emergency injunctions, like freezing orders, and I regularly appear in County Courts, tribunals, and the High Court. Additionally, I undertake drafting and advisory work and are well-versed in all forms of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), accepting instructions in both domestic and international mediation and arbitration.

In my offshore work, I often handle cases with an international element, dealing with the specific considerations involved in proceedings that span multiple jurisdictions. I appear in the High Court and Court of Appeal in the Eastern Caribbean, focusing on cases related to offshore companies, structures, international contracts, arbitration etc.

Who do I work for?

My clients come from diverse backgrounds and have varied legal needs. They may include:

Wealthy individuals: HNW individuals who require legal assistance with their personal or business matters, particularly those involving offshore assets, structures, or disputes.
Businesses and corporations: Companies, both domestic and international, that need legal representation for commercial litigation, contracts, or disputes.
Property owners and landlords: Clients who require legal assistance with property law matters, including landlord and tenant disputes.
Individuals and organizations involved in insolvency cases: Clients who need legal representation in insolvency proceedings, whether they are creditors, debtors, or other interested parties.

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