Mourant Ozannes Named Offshore Law Firm of the Year at British Legal Awards

LONDON, December 16, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

Mourant Ozannes was recently named Offshore Law Firm of the Year at the British Legal Awards. Hosted by Legal Week, the awards celebrate achievement, excellence and innovation in the legal industry whilst recognising the important contribution the legal business community makes, not just to the UK economy, but also to the wider community.

Mourant Ozannes was selected from a strong shortlist of five law firms including Maples and Calder, Walkers and Ogier to win the award, which was judged by a panel of senior general counsel and business figures.

The award was collected by Robert Duggan, Managing Partner of Mourant Ozannes' London office, who said: "We're excited to receive this prestigious award for Offshore Law Firm of the Year. It is a fantastic achievement and acknowledges the hard work, expertise and innovation of everyone within the firm, as well as our market-leading and integrated BVI, Cayman, Guernsey and Jersey law practices."

Jonathan Rigby, Global Managing Partner of Mourant Ozannes added: "Our 'one firm' approach gives us strength across our locations and ensures that we are able to deliver exceptional, consistent client service and support. To be named Offshore Law Firm of the Year at such an esteemed event is testament to our talented, forward-thinking team and the commitment which we have to our clients. The award is a terrific accolade for the firm."

The awards ceremony took place on Thursday 28 November at Old Billingsgate Market, London.

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