
Reputed in the energy, infrastructure, and shipping sectors, Appleby’s corporate and commercial team is often engaged in corporate restructuring, M&A, and capital markets projects. Jeffrey Kirk acts as the global head of the firm’s Islamic Finance team, while Andrew Jowett covers IPOs, corporate governance, and joint ventures. Shana Simmonds-Lewis is often engaged in private equity transactions. Kasia Smith assists on a wide range of corporate and finance transactions, while Patrick Gill is another key team member.
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Client satisfaction: Lawyer & team quality
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Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Kasia Smith
Practice head
Jeffrey Kirk
Other key lawyers
Andrew Jowett; Shana Simmonds-Lewis; Kasia Smith; Patrick Gill

