Maples Group

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Maples Group is distinguished by its expertise in fund structuring, establishment, and ongoing maintenance, particularly for vehicles investing into Japan or targeting Japanese investors. The firm is also highly active on the corporate side, regularly advising on IPOs and SPAC transactions involving Cayman Islands and BVI companies listed on US, Hong Kong, and PRC exchanges. Co-head Ann Ng is a recognised authority on fund formation across both open and closed end funds, while fellow co-head John Trehey is a leading figure in insolvency and restructuring. Matt Roberts, also co-head, advises on a wide spectrum of corporate governance and capital markets matters. Offshore litigators Aisling Dwyer and Nick Stern are both widely respected for their dispute resolution expertise, while Terence Ho acts for a broad range of sponsors on fund structuring and offerings. Regulatory specialist Josie Ainley provides further strength to the team.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Maples Hong Kong has a highly professional yet personal approach in their dealings with us as instructing solicitors. Their advice on BVI law has always been sound and well-supported by case law and legislation. We are regularly kept up to date with the latest developments in BVI law in areas which have an impact on the cases they are handling for our mutual client.'

  • ‘Their partner Derrick Kan was very good. Responsive and pragmatic advice. Very helpful. ’

Work highlights

Advised on Aquila Acquisition Corporation and ZG Group's de-SPAC transaction.