ABOUT ASHTON & CO
Ashton & Co is a specialist Guernsey law practice providing expert counsel in taxation, trusts, white-collar crime, and commercial affairs.
Our firm is founded on the extensive, multi-jurisdictional experience of our principal, Advocate Raymond Ashton, a respected author, lecturer, and Chartered Accountant.
EXPERTISE
Dr Raymond Ashton
Guernsey Advocate and Notary Public
A Guernsey native, Dr. Raymond Ashton has built a distinguished legal career. His expertise is recognised across the islands and beyond, as a member of the English, Irish, and Jersey Bars.
Fluent in Dutch, French, and German, his international perspective is a significant asset. While dedicated to his practice, he remains a passionate Manchester City supporter—a loyalty deeply connected to his own family’s Guernsey story.
Dr Raymond Ashton
GUERNSEY, Raymond Ashton’s home island, where he lives and operates his legal practice, is located in the Bay of St Malo, in the English Channel between England and France. Nearer to France than England, the island is 24 square miles and has a population in excess of 60,000. Guernsey is a British Crown Dependency which means that it is under the broad umbrella of Westminster.
Guernsey’s economy is mainly dependent on a stable finance industry which is supported by expert local lawyers and accountants and well regulated international financial services companies. In addition there are good local business services. The island provides a superb and safe lifestyle for its residents with international standard restaurants, friendly local cafes and bars and a large array of water sports and recreational activities.
Guernsey
Many of Raymond’s corporate and personal clients are domiciled outside of the island but historically have financial connections with Guernsey so he is well located to advise on the often diverse structures and financial arrangements and other issues which may arise.
Relocating to Guernsey
In June 2020, Guernsey became the first place in the British Isles to see zero active cases of COVID19, reflecting the island’s robust response in dealing with the worldwide pandemic. This has led to significant interest from people looking to relocate to the island or spend vacation time there.
The Getting to Know Guernsey guide provides lots of information about living on the island.