As well as initial debt and equity issuances and listings, Ogier's capital markets specialists routinely act on take-privates, overseeing both the transactions and related de-listings, in particular on behalf of private equity funds. Bryon Rees is noted for his experience in structuring and guiding the operation of listed funds targeting private equity and real estate assets, among others, with Tim Clipstone offering expertise in the listing of funds and asset holding structures. Richard Sharp advises insurance-sector clients on their transactions on the capital markets, while Paul Chanter provides assistance on listings, derivatives transactions, and related restructuring measures. Rees, Clipstone, Sharp, and Chanter jointly head the group.
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Testimonials
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- Very responsive.
- Byron Rees is very supportive, responsive, and pragmatic.
- Consistent delivery of high-quality support on smaller-scale transactions for a mutual client. The team provides clear, pragmatic advice on time-sensitive matters. Deal teams are structured appropriately for the nature of the work involved, which ensures continuity and consistent quality of service. It is always a pleasure working with the team.
- Michelle Watson-Bunn was particularly helpful and mindful of our needs.
Key clients
- Sumitomo Mitsui
- Burford Capital
- Stelai Performance
- Lance East Office
- Shawbrook Bank
- Onex Corporation
Work highlights
Advised Shawbrook Bank Limited on a £65m debt facility, providing financing for a Guernsey fund.
Acted as Guernsey counsel to Lance East Office in relation to the formation of a Guernsey Bidco to implement a take-private scheme of arrangement.
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Practice head
Bryon Rees; Tim Clipstone; Richard Sharp; Paul Chanter