Appleby is a key port of call for major financial institutions, sponsors, and multinationals on cross-border acquisitions, investments, IPOs, and carve-out transactions. The practice, which has notable activity in public company M&A, takeovers, de-SPACs, and equity capital markets, is led by Simon Raftopoulos, who represents clients in capital markets, private equity, fund finance, M&A, and leveraged buyouts. Jacob MacAdam is active across corporate finance, private equity, insurance, and regulatory matters, while Dean Bennett advises on strategic acquisitions, investments, and divestitures in the technology, energy, and infrastructure sectors.
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The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
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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
Jacob MacAdam; Dean Bennett; Alexandra Low; Vance Power
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Alan Bercow & Jae Shin
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Andrew Jackson, David Lee, Susan Fallan, David Lewis-Hall & Roisin Cottrell
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Lending & Secured Finance
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Simon Raftopoulos, Caroline Barton & Maree Martin