Shakira Marsh- Finch

Shakira is an accomplished legal professional, having earned her Law degree from Birkbeck, University of London, and subsequently completing the Legal Practice Course (LPC) at The University of Law, followed by the Professional Skills Course (PSC) in London.

Admitted as a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England and Wales in 2021, Shakira further solidified her international legal standing by obtaining admission as a Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Gibraltar in 2023, showcasing her commitment to excellence and versatility as a dual-qualified Solicitor.

Shakira commenced her training contract with ISOLAS in February 2022 where she undertook seats in Litigation, Corporate/Commercial Law, and Private Client matters.

Prior to joining ISOLAS, Shakira worked as a criminal, fraud and civil defence Solicitor at Bark&Co. a London law firm situated in the heart of the City. In this role, she adeptly handled high-stakes cases, defending against allegations from eminent regulatory bodies such as the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Serious Fraud Office (SFO), and managing complex fraud-related criminal and civil charges in London.

Shakira currently works alongside and assisting Partner Christian Hernandez in corporate, shipping finance and financial services. Her background as a defence Solicitor in London equips her to navigate civil disputes when assisting the team in contentious matters.

Shakira is embarking on an exciting journey in the field of transactional work, assisting Partner Christian Hernandez with a particular focus on complex high-value finance transactions.

In addition to her corporate work, Shakira is expanding her expertise in admiralty and shipping law. She collaborates with Partner Christian Hernandez on various matters, including ship arrests and the subsequent sale of vessels. Shakira assists Christian with claims from other creditors or holders of in rem rights against a vessel or its sale proceeds, following an arrest by another party and the determination of priorities by the Gibraltar courts. She is actively involved in most shipping disputes and frequently receives instructions from Magic and Silver Circle firms in London.