With a strong track record in handling multi-jurisdictional acquisitions and liquidations, Carey Olsen LLP is well-versed in representing major banks, HNWIs, and global insurance companies. The firm also showcases an extensive contentious offering, predominantly focusing on obtaining worldwide freezing orders and handling unfair prejudice claims. The team’s cross-sector expertise is vast, spanning from energy to banking and real estate, with Jasmine Amaria being a specialist in group reorganisations and finance transactions. Tim Wright typically covers fraud and asset tracing disputes, while Matthew Brehaut is highly knowledgeable on co-investments and joint venture issues. Harry Hadjiyannis is highlighted for his regulatory insights, and Greg O’Keefe-Davis and Nina Clift are also cited as integral team members.
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Accolades
Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge
Key clients
- Frachtis Fund I LP
- TA Associates
- John O’Connor
- Access Bank plc
- Gable Insurance AG (“GIAG”)
- Globe Investment Holdings Ltd /MENA Investment Holdings Ltd
Work highlights
Advised on structuring of the private equity fund Frachtis I Fund LP through a Cayman partnership vehicle.
Acting for Ukrainian businessman Boris Kaufman in relation to proceedings issued against him in the BVI by WWRT Limited. The claims relate to a series of allegedly unlawful loans issued by a Ukrainian bank which subsequently entered liquidation in Ukraine.
Act for Access Bank plc, a major Nigerian bank, in proceedings in the BVI to enforce a US$200m+ judgment of the English Court against companies associated with Dr ABC Orjiako.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
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
Jasmine Amaria; Tim Wright; Matthew Brehaut
Other key lawyers
Harry Hadjiyannis; Greg O'Keefe-Davis; Nina Clift