Noted for its capabilities in asset finance transactions across the aviation, logistics, and rail sectors, Appleby often advises FTSE 100 and Fortune 500 companies on M&A. Well-regarded in the insurance sector, Brad Adderley oversees the team and is skilled at alternative collateralised reinsurance investment transactions. Matthew Ebbs-Brewer and Jerome Wilson are knowledgeable of digital asset matters, while Josephine Noddings handles the structuring of investment funds.
Corporate and commercial in Bermuda
Appleby
Praxisleiter:
Brad Adderley
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Matthew Ebbs-Brewer; Jerome Wilson; Josephine Noddings
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‘The team has made it easy for us to manage our Bermuda entities for several years. They were there for us when it mattered.‘
‘Jerome Wilson is knowledgeable and client-oriented. We’ve had a great relationship over many years.‘
‘Jerome Wilson is very responsive and knowledgeable. A safe pair of hands for any corporate matter in Bermuda.’
Kernmandanten
Triton
Vista Credit Partners, L.P
Bossini International Holdings Limited
PIF Investments II LLC
GeoVera
Mereo
Maiden Holdings Ltd
Beat Capital Partners Limited
MultiStrat
Baldwin Group
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised Triton on its entry into a securities purchase agreement to acquire Global Container International for a total transaction value of over $1 billion.
- Advised Vista Credit Partners and other secured lenders on the debt restructuring of Afiniti Ltd, a Bermuda-based artificial intelligence company.
- Advised Mereo Insurance Limited on receiving full regulatory approval from the Bermuda Monetary Authority for a Class 3B insurer.
Carey Olsen Bermuda Limited
Recently expanding its digital asset offering, Carey Olsen Bermuda Limited is knowledgeable of capital market transactions, corporate restructuring, and compliance work. Gavin Woods is well-regarded in the insurance sector and is geared to handle corporate governance, equity issuances, and joint ventures. FinTech specialist Steven Rees Davies handles IPOs, Matthew Grigg is a strong choice for structured finance, and Michelle Falcucci is experienced in capital market transactions. Alexander Collis is informed in corporate lending, while Michael Frith and Charissa Ball are other key team members.
Praxisleiter:
Gavin Woods; Steven Rees Davies; Matthew Grigg; Michelle Falcucci
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Alexander Collis; Michael Frith; Charissa Ball
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‘They know how to make company setup and management easy and stress-free. They understand the local rules inside out and have great global support to back you up. It’s clear they care about giving clients practical help that fits their needs.’
‘The Carey Olsen brand stands out as a hallmark of quality in every jurisdiction in which it operates. It is a firm which attracts lawyers of the highest calibre, including in particular to its office in Bermuda.’
Kernmandanten
BF&M Limited
XBTO Global
Hamilton Insurance Group
Sega Sammy Creation
Longitude Solutions
HashKey Bermuda
Enstar Group Limited
Highlight-Mandate
- Acted as lead counsel to BF&M Limited in connection with its all-stock amalgamation with Argus Group Holdings Limited, resulting in Bermuda’s largest domestic insurer.
- Advised XBTO Global on its dual acquisition of Bermuda-licensed digital asset businesses, Stablehouse Ltd („Stablehouse“) and XBTO International Ltd („XBTO International“).
- Advised Enstar Group Limited on its acquisition, and subsequent restructuring, of Newport Re Ltd.
Conyers
Counting Fortune 500 companies, FTSE 100 clients, and asset managers on its client roster, Conyers is noted for its capabilities in corporate restructuring, IPOs, and M&A. Marcello Ausenda oversees the practice and is well-versed in restructuring, while Jennifer Panchaud is experienced in cross-border transactions, compliance, and insurance mandates. Guy Cooper handles capital markets matters, Neil Henderson is often engaged in private equity fund structuring, and Edward Rance is another key team member.
Praxisleiter:
Marcello Ausenda
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Jennifer Panchaud; Guy Cooper; Neil Henderson; Edward Rance
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‘Available and pragmatic.‘
‚Good know-how of practicalities and formalities in Bermuda.’
‘Guy Cooper is always calm and pragmatic.‘
Kernmandanten
Carnival Corporation
Viking Holdings Ltd
CMB.TECH NV
Global Container International (GCI)
Avolon Holdings Limited
Nabors Industries Ltd
Probitas Group
Teekay Group
Bacardi
Golar LNG
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised New Fortress Energy on the sale of its Jamaican assets and operations to Excelerate Energy for US$1.055 billion.
- Advised CMB.TECH NV on its acquisition of 40.8% in Golden Ocean Group.
- Advised Global Container International (GCI) on its US$1 billion acquisition of Triton International.
ASW Law Limited
Well regarded in the insurance sector, ASW Law Limited’s key strengths lie in M&A transactions, regulatory matters, and capital markets matters. The practice is led by Neil Horner, who is versed in corporate insurance transactions, while Kim Willey is reputed in the financial services sector. Hanno Tolhurst and Federico Candiolo handle insurance mandates, while Chris Southorn is particularly active in the Fintech sector. Susan Wang and Cristina Craciun are other key team members.
Praxisleiter:
Neil Horner
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Kim Willey; Hanno Tolhurst; Federico Candiolo; Chris Southorn; Susan Wang; Cristina Craciun
Kernmandanten
Nippon Life Insurance Company
Brown & Brown, Inc
Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing
Nordic Trustee AS
SiriusPoint Ltd
Calidris
Nippon Life Insurance Company
Legal & General Group plc
Aviva plc
Ares Management Alternative Credit Funds
Lockington Partners Limited
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising Nippon Life Insurance Company (“Nippon Life”) on the proposed acquisition of Resolution Life Group Holdings Limited (“Resolution Life”).
- Advising Brown & Brown Inc on its potential $10 billion acquisition of the Acession Risk Management Group, a leading insurance distribution platform.
- Advised SiriusPoint Ltd. on the US$733 million repurchase of all of SiriusPoint Ltd’s common shares and warrants held by CM Bermuda Limited.
Wakefield Quin
Wakefield Quin’s recent caseload encompasses the establishment of investment funds, cross-border restructuring, and IPOs. The practice is jointly led by Erik Gotfredsen and Ian Stone, and Gotfredsen is knowledgeable of debt and equity offerings, as well as secured lending. Stone is well-versed in capital markets transactions, Johann Oosthuizen handles security transactions, and Jemima Fearnside is informed in asset-backed security investments.
Praxisleiter:
Erik Gotfredsen; Ian Stone
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Johann Oosthuizen; Jemima Fearnside
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‚They are a very collaborative, transparent, and bring a business mindset to their legal advice and undertakings for their clients.‘
‚My primary partner and key advisor in recent transactions has been Erik Gotfredsen. Erik was key in the M&A and guided us through the financing details.‘
‚Erik Gotfredsen is an absolute star. Highly intelligent, pragmatic, calming, and innovative. He possesses a deep knowledge of Bermuda corporate law, and I would not consider going elsewhere for my corporate needs.‘
Kernmandanten
Accenture Group
Altamont Capital Partners
ATN International, Inc
Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank
National General Insurance Group
Nordic Trustee ASA
Seacrest Group
The Carlyle Group Inc
The Loren Group
VEON Ltd
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised Value Retail Investors, the group that controlled Bicester Village, on its sale to the luxury market investor L Catterton.
- Advised The Loren Group, a collection of luxury hotels, residences, and restaurants on its acquisition of the Elbow Beach Hotel and Fritholme Garden Residences in Bermuda.
- Advised VEON in relation to its business combination with Cohen Circle, which will result in a Nasdaq listing of Kyivstar, the leading digital operator in Ukraine.
Walkers
Highlighted for its in-depth expertise in regulatory issues surrounding digital assets, Walkers is geared to handle investment and M&A matters for private equity funds and sponsors. The team is led by Natalie Neto, who is experienced in schemes of arrangement, capital markets transactions, and investments. Sarah Demerling is well regarded in the insurance sector and is a key contact for funds matters, while Rachel Nightingale is an expert in IPOs. Other key members of the team include Marah Smith, who specialises in North American cross-border transactions.
Praxisleiter:
Natalie Neto
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Sarah Demerling; Rachel Nightingale; Marah Smith
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‘The Walkers Bermuda team has in-depth legal and practical knowledge of the Bermuda market.’
‘The team is very responsive and commercial, and they worked with us seamlessly to deliver for the overall client.’
‘Walkers’ FinTech and digital assets practice is distinguished by its deep regulatory expertise, commercial focus, and strong track record in advising on complex cross-border matters. Clients value their ability to navigate evolving legal frameworks with clarity and precision, particularly in jurisdictions like Bermuda, the BVI, and the Cayman Islands, where they have played a key role in shaping market standards for digital asset businesses.‘
Kernmandanten
Ares Management Corporation
Aspen Insurance Holdings Limited
Assala Energy Investments Ltd
Axalta
Coinbase Global Inc
GIC Private Limited
GoldenTree Asset Management LP
Grant Thornton
Kestra Medical Technologies
Norwegian Cruise Line
Royal Bank of Canada
SP Cruises
Stonepeak
Vantage Drilling International Ltd
Highlight-Mandate
- Representing Grant Thornton as Bermuda legal counsel in relation to a strategic investment by Cinven and other parties to create a global multidisciplinary platform, which will provide audit, advisory, and tax services to an international client base.
- Advising Aspen on drafting amended and restated bye-laws of the company to align with those of a Bermuda listed entity.
- Acting as Bermuda counsel to Vantage Drilling International (VDI) in relation to a corporate reorganisation, including the re-domiciliation of VCI from the Cayman Islands to Bermuda.
MJM Limited
Often handling sizeable club, resort, and hotel transactions, MJM Limited is highly proficient in capital markets matters, restructuring, and M&A. With over two decades of experience, Jeremy Leese oversees the practice and is well-versed in corporate restructuring, structured finance, and real estate financing. Brian Holdipp is skilled at aviation and shipping financing, while Mark Adams is knowledgeable of restructuring. De Waal Nigrini’s recent caseload encompasses a restructuring surrounding various Caribbean assets.
Praxisleiter:
Jeremy Leese
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Brian Holdipp; Mark Adams; De Waal Nigrini
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‘This firm understands that foreign lawyers and their clients need help. They anticipate the differences in the law and rules. They explain the differences and help navigate the solution.’
‘Jeremy Leese is a standout partner. He personalises his work to the needs of the client. He provides warnings and raises red flags to help clients avoid problems.’
‘MJM Limited is uniquely positioned in Bermuda to provide advisory services to clients in the insurance space for several reasons. MJM has solid corporate/commercial expertise along with experience in the insurance/reinsurance sector, both from a regulatory and commercial/market perspective. These elements allow MJM to provide excellent client service and clear advice and guidance to market entrants and participants.’
Kernmandanten
Blackstone
KSL Capital Partners
Starwood Property Trust
GoldenTree Asset Management
Avance Gas Holding Ltd
Archer Limited
Borr Drilling Ltd
Clarien Bank Limited
Flex LNG Ltd
2020 Bulkers Ltd
Golar LNG Limited
Golden Ocean Group Limited
HSBC
Northern Ocean Ltd
SFL Corporation Ltd
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised Starwood Property Trust and GoldenTree Asset Management on the US$270M construction financing of the Fairmont Southampton Hotel in Bermuda.
- Advised KSL Capital Partners and Blackstone on the US$116M refinancing of the Rosewood Bermuda Resort at Tucker’s Point in Bermuda.
- Advised Golden Ocean Group Limited on its proposed merger with CMB.TECH.
Cox Hallett Wilkinson Limited
Headed by Fiona Bada, Cox Hallett Wilkinson Limited is a strong choice for global corporations and high-net-worth individuals on M&A and restructuring mandates. Practice head Bada has over three decades of experience in investment funds and regulatory matters.
Praxisleiter:
Fiona Bada
Kernmandanten
Viking Cruises Limited
LifeMiles Ltd
GeoPark Limited