Appleby‘s funds team is engaged across the life cycle of investment structures, advising sponsors and managers on the structuring and launch of new vehicles, the restructuring of existing funds and also acting for both lenders and borrowers in fund financing matters. Practice head Andrew Weaver is an expert in the set-up of an array of fund structures, ranging from partnerships to unit trusts and targeting asset classes including real estate and private equity. Made partner in October 2024, Paul Worsnop handles fund formations and utilises his tech sector background to assist clients targeting this space. Christopher Reed arrived from Walkers in January 2025, bringing expertise in sovereign wealth, private equity and VC funds, while July 2025 saw Tim Morgan, formerly of Maples Group, join the team, adding further fund structuring and regulatory specialisation.
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Key clients
- Heligan Group LLP
- Altor Funds
- Stirling Square Capital Partners
- Tritax Group
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Andrew Weaver
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Paul Worsnop
Practice head
Andrew Weaver
Other key lawyers
Paul Worsnop; Christopher Reed; Tim Morgan