Appleby’s banking and finance team is highly regarded for advising on complex, high-value transactions with strong cross-jurisdictional capabilities. The team regularly acts for banks, private equity sponsors, corporate borrowers, and listing sponsors, with particular strengths in fund finance and collateralised loan obligations. Simon Raftopoulos leads the team, advising on a broad range of finance and capital markets matters, including private equity and IPOs. Benjamin Woolf heads the structured finance practice, focusing on issuer and investor representation in structured finance deals. Caroline Barton, group head of banking and asset finance, is noted for her expertise in asset finance, CLOs, and subscription finance. Georgina Pullinger brings deep experience in fund and corporate finance across a wide range of sectors.
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Testimonials
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‘Good responsiveness, attention to detail, and ability to drive towards execution.’
‘We primarily work with Georgina Pullinger, who has been a mainstay at the firm and a long-time market participant. Given their breath of exposure and deal activity, she has seen a multitude of transaction types and is commercial with finding solutions for every circumstance.’
‘The Appleby practice has great depth and breadth across finance and corporate matters.'
‘Jacob Macadam is our key relationship partner. His expertise at resolving complex situations and delivering top tier results is invaluable for our business. He has partnered with us for many years and will do so for many years to come.’
‘Client service goes above and beyond. Knowledgeable about law and market practice.'
‘Highly responsive and client oriented. They just don't repeat the law and leave it for you to figure out. They offer practical guidance and market color. Their practice is also pro-active being in contact with regulators to advocate for client interests and industries. ’
Key clients
- JetBlue
- Cable and Wireless
- Banco Bradesco
- Spirit Airlines
- RFA Capital Holdings (RFA)
- Hunt Oil Company
- LumiraDX Limited
- Wafra
- Bank of America
- Barclays
- Wells Fargo
- Goldman Sachs
Work highlights
Advised JetBlue Airways Corp. (“JetBlue”) and its subsidiaries on the Cayman Islands legal aspects of its US$2.75 billion financing backed by its loyalty program.
Advised Coatue Management on Cayman Islands legal aspects of its Series B investment in DigitalLand Holdings Limited.
Acted as Cayman counsel to the initial purchasers on an upsized $1 billion Rule 144A and Regulation S issuance of Senior Secured Notes due 2032 by Sable International Finance Limited, a subsidiary of Cable & Wireless Communications Limited.
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.
Practice head
Simon Raftopoulos
Other key lawyers
Benjamin Woolf; Caroline Barton; Georgina Pullinger; Jacob MacAdam