With a strong track record in handling multi-jurisdictional acquisitions and liquidations, Carey Olsen LLP is well-versed in representing major banks, HNWIs, and global insurance companies. The firm also showcases an extensive contentious offering, predominantly focusing on obtaining worldwide freezing orders and handling unfair prejudice claims. The team’s cross-sector expertise is vast, spanning from energy to banking and real estate, with Jasmine Amaria being a specialist in group reorganisations and finance transactions. Tim Wright typically covers fraud and asset tracing disputes, while Matthew Brehaut is highly knowledgeable on co-investments and joint venture issues. Harry Hadjiyannis is highlighted for his regulatory insights, and Greg O’Keefe-Davis and Nina Clift are also cited as integral team members.

Displaying in-depth capabilities in cross-border restructurings and liquidations, often spanning Middle Eastern, European, and Caribbean jurisdictions, Harneys is highly regarded by its domestic and international clients. The firm’s client base includes an array of financial institutions, sovereign wealth funds, and private equity houses, mainly in the financial services and real estate industries. Global managing partner William Peake is an expert in high-profile fraud claims, Aki Corsoni-Husain heads the regulatory and tax division, and Rachel Graham is a corporate and finance specialist. John O’Driscoll acts on behalf of hedge funds and creditors, while Jeremy Child is renowned for his insolvency and restructuring knowledge. Paul Madden is well versed in commercial disputes, Matthew Howson is knowledgeable in BVI trust law, and Paul Goss is also highlighted as key.

Maples Group specialises in complex refinancings and issuances of high-yield bonds, routinely overseeing transactions across European and Caribbean jurisdictions. Acting on behalf of high-profile hedge fund managers, international banks, and financial institutions, the firm’s lawyers are experts in handling M&A and revolving credit facility matters. Heidi de Vries leads the team from London and predominantly focuses on restructurings and company formations, while Harjit Kaur concentrates on regulatory compliance and commercial transactions. Dan Beckett is well-versed in advising trustees, administrators, and managers, Jonathan Caulton is a capital markets expert, Robert Hughes specialises in the funds space, and Matthew Gilbert is highly knowledgeable in banking and corporate law proceedings. The team is further supported by Joanna Russell and Jack Marriott, who each cover debt financings and private mergers.

Regularly representing investment managers, funds and major liquidators, the Walkers team shows exceptional cross-sector expertise, especially in the finance, energy, and investment spaces. The firm’s offering is vast, spanning from multi-jurisdictional acquisitions to sales of issued share capital, alongside managing contentious proceedings, including sanctioned-asset cases. Based out of London, Jack Boldarin practises BVI, Cayman, and Bermuda law, primarily concentrating on the banking and finance fields, Tatziana Paraguacuto-Maheo advises on restructurings and fund terminations, while Catherine Overton offers further banking and restructuring expertise. Hughie Wong is a venture capital specialist, Neil McDonald is well-versed in shareholder and investor disputes, and Patrick Ormond is knowledgeable in the fintech sphere. Jan Golaszewski is an insolvency expert, Matthew Bloomfield is highlighted for his regulatory work, and Mark Galazzi is also cited as key.

Showcasing in-depth knowledge on cross-border acquisitions and disposals, Bedell Cristin regularly advises financial institutions and real estate investors on Jersey law matters. On the contentious side, the practice is well-versed in commercial litigation proceedings, including enforcement actions claims. From London, Tom Davies and Robert Gardner co-head the outfit, with the former concentrating on joint ventures and REIT listings, while the latter is a litigation and insolvency expert. Adam Knight is a specialist in major fundraisings, Moya Vaughan Williams covers asset acquisitions and corporate law issues, and Daniel McAviney is well-versed in commercial transactions.

Fielding a comprehensive cross-section of lawyers from across its corporate, litigation, and funds teams, Mourant has a vast track record in overseeing debt restructuring and M&A transactions, strategic partnerships, and private equity investments for its client base of trustees, beneficiaries, and HNWIs. Based out of London, Alex Last heads the team, predominantly focusing his practice on advice to private fund sponsors. Having relocated from the firm’s Hong Kong office in September 2024, Claire Fulton handles banking and finance issues. Andrew Salisbury concentrates on capital markets transactions, while Emma Huelin is noted for her advice to financial institutions.

Led by the trio of Jeremy Snead, Richard Bennett, and Bruce Scott, Ogier fields a team of lawyers specialising in dispute resolution, restructuring, and financing matters. The corporate coverage includes acquisitions of controlling stakes and cross-border liquidations, while the contentious offering focuses on both declaratory and injunctive relief cases. Snead is an expert in complex insolvency proceedings and fund disputes, Bennett is knowledgeable in M&A transactions, and Scott assists fund managers and major banks on high-value mandates. Nkechi Hokstad is a Jersey corporate law expert, Hannah Diss specialises in corporate matters, and Charlotte Bradshaw is also listed as key.

Boasting considerable experience in multi-jurisdictional M&A and all stages of investment rounds, Conyers offers vast sector knowledge, particularly concerning aviation and shipping. The team’s expertise extends to credit agreements and SPVs, with the lawyers being particularly well-equipped to handle fintech transactions and general offshore finance. Leading in London, Eric Flaye is knowledgeable in private investments and joint ventures, Nicholas Pattman regularly acts for private equity sponsors and hedge funds, and Barnabas Finnigan is highlighted for his cross-border financing work. Karoline Tauschke is also noted as key.

Primarily focusing on major corporate restructurings, refinancings, and acquisitions- often in the tech and banking sectors- Spencer West LLP regularly acts for investment funds and listed companies. The practice is also well-versed in high-stakes commercial litigation, covering arbitration and mediation, while Indira Birkwood specialises in cross-border structured finance proceedings. Karen Gilbert is knowledgeable in voluntary liquidations, Robert Foote concentrates on asset recovery issues, and both Daniel Russell and Wenhao Han are also highlighted as key ports of call.