Nigel Feetham

Nigel Feetham QC is a highly accomplished Queens Counsel (QC) admitted to the Gibraltar Bar with over 25 years of experience in the legal industry, specializing in financial services regulation.

He is the Head of Financial Services at Hassans and has built a strong international client base, working with major players in the finance sector.

Nigel Feetham is a trailblazer in the protected cell company space, known for his expertise not only in Gibraltar but also on an international scale.

His professional portfolio encompasses regulatory, insolvency, and transactional work, augmented by his extensive experience as a non-executive director in the corporate realm.

Apart from his legal endeavors, Nigel Feetham is a prolific writer, having authored and co-authored several books, with one of his publications being cited in a significant decision of the Federal Court of Montana.

He shares his insights on various legal topics through his LinkedIn and Mondaq author page, demonstrating a commitment to knowledge dissemination.

Furthermore, Nigel Feetham's contributions have been instrumental in earning prestigious industry awards for his firm, underscoring his impactful work and leadership in the legal domain.

He has been recognized through accolades such as the European & UK Captive Awards, Financial Times Innovative Lawyers Award Europe, and European Captive Services Awards.

With a keen interest in Fintech, Nigel Feetham has played a pivotal role in supporting businesses in areas such as licensing, regulation, financings, and M&A within the rapidly evolving landscape of digital financial technology.

His academic background includes a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) Degree, a Masters of Laws (LLM) with Distinction, and completion of the Bar Vocational Course.

Nigel Feetham is a Partner at Hassans International Law Firm and has held significant roles such as Non-executive Director at Brit Insurance (Gibraltar) PCC Limited and Non-executive Member of the Gibraltar Financial Services Commission.

His extensive professional involvement positions him as a leading figure in financial services regulation and a sought-after authority in the legal community.