Counting various high-profile financial institutions on its client roster, Appleby’s key strengths lie in M&A, corporate restructuring, and aircraft financing. Jeffrey Kirk acts as the head of the firm’s global Islamic finance group, while Andrew Jowett is vastly experienced in capital markets transactions. David Clark handles cross-border financing and joint ventures, while Shana Simmonds-Lewis is proficient in private equity transactions. Kasia Smith and Patrick Gill are key associates in the practice.
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Client satisfaction

Key clients

  • eToro
  • China Merchants Bank Co., Ltd
  • Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB
  • First Quantum
  • FTI Consulting
  • Gerdau Metaldom
  • Nordic Trustee A.S. P. Bronze
  • Nordic Trustee A.S. P. Bugatti
  • Nordic Trustee A.S. P. Cruz
  • Del Monte Food
  • GFI Real Estate
  • JTC plc

Work highlights

Acting for China Merchants Bank Co on a refinancing transaction relating to Vanke Property Group.
Acted on a high-value, multi-jurisdictional transaction for First Quantum Minerals, a Canadian-based mining and metals company engaged in mineral exploration, development, and mining.
Advised Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB on Digicel’s $3.8bn restructuring.

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Practice head

Jeffrey Kirk

Other key lawyers

Andrew Jowett; David Clark; Shanna Simmonds-Lewis; Kasia Smith; Patrick Gill