Maples Group is well-regarded for handling a broad range of sophisticated cross-border transactions, advising on banking, debt capital markets, private equity-backed transactions, and project finance. Chris Newton is noted for his wide-ranging practice in banking, finance, and restructuring, regularly advising institutions, sponsors, and investors on financings such as direct lending, bond issuances, and preferred share financings. Ruairi Bourke brings extensive expertise in corporate, banking, and finance transactions, frequently acting on M&A, restructurings, joint ventures, and venture capital financings.
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- 'Chloe Harris is amazing with complex issues and quick turnaround. She's very responsive and knows her client.'
Key clients
- Arcos Dorados Holdings Inc
- Freight Technologies, Inc
Work highlights
Advised Arcos Dorados in respect of US$600 million aggregate principal amount of its 6.375% sustainability-linked senior notes due 2032.
Advising Biohaven Ltd on US$600 million of debt through a note purchase arrangement for this NYSE-listed company with a market cap in excess of US$3 billion.
Advising Freight Technologies, a NASDAQ-listed entity, in respect of its US$3 million preferred share financing.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Christopher Newton
Practice head
Chris Newton; Ruairi Bourke
Other key lawyers
Chloe Harris