Maples Group is geared to handle a broad range of corporate matters, including debt capital raisings, takeovers, M&A, IPOs, and corporate financing. Matthew Gardner advises on all offshore requirements from formation to winding down, while Daniel Lee is knowledgeable of IPOs, M&A, joint ventures, and SPACs. Suzanne Correy brings expertise in corporate, structured finance, and capital markets work. Finn O’Hegarty is experienced in complex, cross-jurisdictional transactions, while Michael Johns advises on listings, capital raisings, and SPACs.
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Key clients
- BlackRock
- HPS Investment Partners
- TPG
- Franklin Templeton
- SharkNinja
- Chelsea Football Club
- Accelerant Holdings
- Noble Corporation
- H.I.G.
- GlobalFoundries
- WeWork
Work highlights
Assisted with the Republic of El Salvador’s landmark US$1 billion debt for nature transaction. The deal has been awarded 'ESG Deal of the Year' by Latin Lawyer, and won 'Environmental Deal of the Year' during the IFLR Americas Awards 2025.
Advised WeWork Inc on its US$4bn emergence from Chapter 11 Restructuring.
Acted as Cayman Islands legal counsel in connection with the closing of Bold Eagle Acquisition Corp.'s initial public offering of US$250m.
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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
Matthew Gardener; Daniel Lee
Other key lawyers
Suzanne Correy; Finn O'Hegarty; Michael Johns; Louise Cowley; Kerry Ann Phillips