Appleby routinely acts on the region’s most valuable and complex transactions, and is distinguished by its breadth and depth of expertise, as well as its international capabilities. Juan Thornley provides M&A and corporate advice to clients in the financial services sector and is a key name for regulatory enquiries, while Garry Manley ‘provides excellent turnarounds on complicated projects’ for his insurance, banking, and CSP clients. In addition to her wide corporate practice, Katherine Garrood has notable expertise in investment fund work. Darryl Jago and Sophie Corkish are also noted for their expertise in high-profile M&A deals.
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‘Garry Manley provides excellent turnarounds on complicated projects.'
‘They're experienced and on the ball - they make transactions run smoothly, solve problems, and are one less thing to worry about.’
Key clients
- Tesco
- Zurich Insurance Group
- Peel Group
- Utmost Group
- Monument
- Playtech
- International Financial Group
- Strix
- Alvarium
- Blackfridge
Work highlights
- Advised Tesco on its acquisition of the Isle of Man’s largest supermarket chain.
- Advised a pension fund on the recommended takeover of a listed IOM company.
- Acted for a listed IOM company on a $1.25bn take-private offer.
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.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Sophie Corkish
Darryl Jago
Practice head
Juan Thornley; Garry Manley
Other key lawyers
Katherine Garrood; Michelle Brook; Darryl Jago; Sophie Corkish