25 July 2026
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Law Firm Toasts Lawyers’ Success

DQ Advocates has secured prestigious accolades for its Private Client & Trusts team and senior lawyers in two leading international legal guides.

Catherine French, associate director and head of private client and trusts, has been named among eprivateclient’s 2025 Crown Dependencies NextGen Leaders.

The list highlights rising stars demonstrating exceptional technical skill and leadership.

The firm’s Private Client & Trusts team was also ranked in the Offshore: Trusts category of the Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2025, with Annemarie Hughes and Catherine French listed in Band 1, while Donna Matthews was recognised as ‘Up and Coming’.

Honour

Catherine French said: “It’s a huge honour to be recognised by eprivateclient and Chambers alongside so many respected peers across the Crown Dependencies and beyond.”

Managing Director Mark Dougherty added: “To have Annemarie and Catherine ranked in Band 1, Donna recognised as Up and Coming, and Catherine named a NextGen Leader is an exceptional result.

“It’s a testament to their dedication, expertise, and the outstanding service they provide to our clients. As a Manx firm, it’s fantastic to see the island’s legal talent celebrated beyond our shores.”

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