Nicholas Pattman > Conyers > Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands > Lawyer Profile

Recognised for its corporate finance and transactional work in Bermuda, the Cayman Islands, and the British Virgin Islands, Conyers is noted for its significant cross-border experience. Steered by managing partner Eric Flaye – who displays capabilities in private investment, funds, M&A, and joint ventures –  the firm advises a growing number MENA clients in the region. Other key figures include Nicholas Pattman, whose focus lies in venture capital, private equity, and hedge fund-related matters.

Conyers boasts offices in London, Hong Kong, and Singapore that are well-equipped to service clients regarding the laws of Bermuda, BVI, and the Cayman Islands. In London, Conyers’ office is chaired by ‘outstanding counsel‘ and managing partner Eric Flaye, who is skilled in private investment funds, M&A transactions, and joint ventures. The London offering is notable for its work in M&A, general corporate matters, investment funds, fin-tech-related transactions, and asset and structured financing. Also in London, Nicholas Pattman is notable for his expertise in venture capital, private equity, and hedge funds. Conyers’ Singapore office is led by Preetha Pillai, and sectors of strength for the team include commercial property, healthcare, natural resources, aviation, and shipping. Pillai frequently advises clients on direct investments, and equity and debt issues. Conyers‘ Hong Kong offering services international and Asia-based corporates, financial institutions, and entrepreneurs, and is headed up by Christopher Bickley, who specialise in corporate finance mandates, as well as IPOs and the listing of shares. Piers Alexander is the firm’s global head of investment funds, and Mark Yeadon leads the Hong Kong-based disputes and restructuring department. Corporate finance expert Richard Hall, commercial litigator and ‘outstanding practitioner’ Norman Hau, who is experienced in restructuring and insolvency and shareholder disputes, and Lilian Woo, with notable expertise in global equity offerings, are all key members of the Hong Kong team. Project and structured finance expert Vivien Fung, with a focus on the Cayman Islands, and M&A lawyer David Lamb, are also recommended.

Conyers makes for a robust choice of counsel whether for ongoing advice to investment funds and managers, or in specific issues ranging from fund formation, structuring and restructuring, to regulation and compliance, de-registration, and termination. Theo Lefkos focuses his practice on formation and operation of private equity and credit funds and their downstream activities. He leads the department, supported by corporate law department head Matthew Stocker. London-based partner Nicholas Pattman is a key contact for venture capital, private equity and hedge fund work in the Cayman Islands. Matthew Harkness and Nick Ward are additional names to note.