
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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Accolades
Client satisfaction
Key clients
- Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB
- Etoro
- FTI Consulting
- Gerdau Metaldom
- JTC PLC
- OANDA
Work highlights
Advised Gerdau Metaldom in connection with the BVI aspects of the acquisition by INICIA of all shares held by Brazilian steel producer Gerdau, in Gerdau Diaco and Gerdau Metaldom Corp.
Acted on Etoro Group Ltd’s previous initial public offering under which Etoro would combine with a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) named FinTech Acquisition Corp.
Acting as BVI counsel to OANDA on the proposed sale of OANDA Global Markets Limited (a regulated entity in the BVI) to FTMO Group, including both corporate and regulatory support.
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

