
Appleby has a track record of acting on major international shipping and aviation transactions, spanning the registration of Isle of Man-flagged vessels to large group aircraft financings. Tom Brook integrates market-leading banking and finance law expertise to work with large global asset holders on cross-jurisdictional shipping and aviation transactions, and Eleanor Harding has extensive experience in aircraft structuring transactions. Corporate law expert Garry Manley has led on a number of shipping acquisitions and sales, and Sophie Corkish and Alexandra Dernie bring commercial and finance expertise to many key matters.
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Testimonials
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- 'Appleby is one of the best established asset finance practices in the Isle of Man and undoubtedly a tier one team.'
- 'Eleanor Harding and Sophie Corkish are our regular contacts at Appleby and always provide excellent and timely service.'
- 'Always very service orientated, adhering to deadlines and always contactable.'
- 'Attention to detail and always willing to assist with tight timeframes and on short notice.'
Lawyers
Leading partners
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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.
Practice head
Garry Manley; Tom Brook
Other key lawyers
Eleanor Harding; Alexandra Dernie; Sophie Corkish