Praised for its ‘efficient, responsive, and deeply knowledgeable‘ approach, Conyers fields one of the strongest teams in the British Virgin Islands, working with a stellar line-up of blue-chip international clients on numerous, high-profile transactions. The highly experienced Robert Briant heads up the cross-practice group, advising some of the firm’s leading clients on a steady stream of big-ticket M&A deals, joint ventures, and investment vehicles. Beyond his capabilities in public and private transactions, Anton Goldstein is noted for his expertise in market-leading public offerings and private equity deals. Audrey Robertson is a key contact for aviation financing and secured financing matters, while ‘exceptional‘ counsel Rachael Pape’s wide-ranging practice encompasses derivatives and securitisation mandates, and cross-border regulatory advice. Fellow counsel Nicholas Kuria’s recent engagements include handling senior note offerings for clients in the energy sector.

Steered by transactional chief Philip Graham, Harneys‘ cross-departmental team continues to concentrate its strength in high-value, cross-border banking and finance work, advising on a growing volume of asset-based lending matters, SPACs, and other equity capital markets transactions. The banking and finance practice is led by the ‘excellent‘ Tanya Cassie-Parker, a specialist in aviation and ship finance, and Michelle Frett-Mathavious, whose wide-ranging practice encompasses multi-jurisdictional property and project finance transactions. Joshua Mangeot – who was promoted to partner in January 2022 – is noted for his expertise in cross-border financing deals and economic substance requirements. Associates Rhonda Brown and Ed Lacey, who joined from Walkers and TLT respectively, are also recommended.

Maples Group fields one of the largest dedicated banking and finance teams in the British Virgin Islands, advising a strong mix of international banks, asset managers, and other financial services entities on multi-billion-dollar take-privates, de-SPACs, listings, senior note offerings, and financing transactions. Richard May‘s cross-border expertise is concentrated in the North American and European markets, where he handles a host of project and asset finance deals in the natural resources sector. Ruairi Bourke is a prolific adviser whose capabilities run the gamut of financial services M&A, joint ventures, and venture capital fundraisings. Christopher Newton is a highly experienced restructuring specialist, well-versed in high-value schemes of arrangement, plans of arrangement, and company creditor arrangements.

Lauded for its ‘dynamic, modern, and growing practice‘, Collas Crill‘s expertise in asset and real estate financings, debt restructurings and insolvencies ensures that is regularly sought out by a deep and diverse roster of international banks and financial services players. Regarded as ‘one of the standout banking and finance lawyers offshore‘, dual-qualified (BVI and Cayman) Ellie Crespi‘s corporate finance acumen sees her handling big-ticket debt restructurings and issuances for major banks, real estate developers, and shipping companies, frequently working in conjunction with associate Aliki Skelton-Lettsome. Senior associate Tamara Maduro is noted for her knowledge of local M&A matters.

Ogier counts a number of renowned banks, asset managers, and corporate entities among its clientele, which turn to the team for its capabilities in multi-billion-dollar, cross-border financings, SPAC transactions, and facility arrangements. Practice co-chair Michael Killourhy is a noted capital markets specialist who also advises extensively on fintech and digital asset matters, while fellow co-chair Ray Wearmouth is as seasoned transactional lawyer whose recent highlights include big-ticket refinancings and advising on syndicated term loan facilities. Senior associate Rebecca Clark routinely works on high-value banking and finance transactions, while fellow senior associate Tiffany Tolliss is recommended for her expertise in debt finance work.

Walkers‘ cross-disciplinary corporate, finance and funds team is regularly sought out by various high-profile commercial banks and insurers for its wide-ranging expertise, including in relation to high-value bond issuances, revolving credit facility restatements, and senior note purchases. The practice is jointly headed up by BVI managing partner Matthew Cowman and Omonike Robinson-Pickering, a highly active adviser whose broad expertise encompasses asset, project and real estate finance work. Senior associate Lauren Williamson is recommended for her experience in banking and finance transactions and restructurings.

Appleby‘s ‘responsive and knowledgeable‘ cross-departmental team regularly advises on all manner of credit facility arrangements, senior note offerings, and financing transactions, acting for an impressive roster of multinational commercial banks, asset managers, and public companies.  ‘Pragmatic, smart, and a pleasure to work with‘, practice head Jeffrey Kirk is a seasoned offshore adviser noted for his niche expertise in Islamic financing matters. Andrew Jowett – who divides his time between the firm’s offices in the BVI and Jersey – works with both lenders and borrowers on financing matters, chiefly within the energy and natural resources sectors. Recent instructions for Shana Simmonds include high-value facility agreements and refinancing transactions, acting on behalf of major international trust companies. Senior associates Stuart Fee and Brittany Cummings are further names to note.

Fielding a ‘responsive and commercial‘ team which is ‘incredibly easy to work with‘, Mourant‘s BVI practice is able to draw upon a wider global network of offices, making it well placed to advise on a host of cross-border real estate financing transactions, borrower-side refinancings, and a range of deals and new fund formations in the fintech arena. Practice chair Ian Montgomery is a ‘first choice’ for a mix of corporations, fund managers, and financial institutions seeking assistance in cross-border deals – particularly in the technology sector. Counsel Marianne Wilson is a key contact for a number of high-profile commercial banks, which turn to her for capabilities in real estate and fund finance work. Senior associate Martyn Heyes‘ experience includes share and debt offerings, capital raisings, and leveraged finance transactions.

Carey Olsen is equally adept at advising both borrowers and lenders on a strong mix of asset finance, real estate finance, and refinancing transactions. Debt restructurings are also a key workflow for the team. In addition to serving as the BVI managing partner, Clinton Hempel is a seasoned financing lawyer who regularly advises on debt refinancings, security enforcements, and funding rounds, often involving multiple jurisdictions. Elizabeth Killeen routinely works with trust companies, fintech entities, and financial institutions on both regulatory and transactional matters, ranging from share capital deals to loan facility approvals. Counsel Jude Hodge’s far-reaching knowledge notably encompasses economic substance, data protection and digital asset regulation advice. At the senior associate level, Katrina Lindsay specialises in real estate and acquisition financings, refinancing transactions and convertible note issuances for start-up companies.