Recognised for its corporate finance and transactional work in Bermuda, the Cayman Islands, and the British Virgin Islands, Conyers is noted for its significant cross-border experience. Steered by managing partner Eric Flaye - who displays capabilities in private investment, funds, M&A, and joint ventures - the firm advises a growing number MENA clients in the region. Other key figures include Nicholas Pattman, whose focus lies in venture capital, private equity, and hedge fund-related matters.
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Testimonials
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‘I have worked with several law firms in the Cayman Islands and have always found the team at Conyers excellent to work with. They are diligent, extremely responsive and their work product has always been good. ’
‘I have been extremely pleased with their responsiveness, practicality and business acumen.’
‘I dealt with one individual who is knowledgeable, quick and efficient in his advice, which concerned BVI corporate law.’
‘Eric Flaye was knowledgeable, quick and efficient. I unhesitatingly recommend him.’
‘Conyers have advised us on Cayman fund and regulatory matters. They are in the top tier of firms in the space in which they operate. Clients enjoy a high level of partner contact.’
‘Eric Flaye: responsive and the work product is efficiently and quickly delivered.’
Key clients
- Seadrill Limited
- TPG Rise Climate
- Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings Inc.
- Macquarie AirFinance Limited
- Digicel Limited
- Seadrill Limited
- Valaris Limited
- Weatherford International Ltd.
- Macquarie AirFinance Limited
- Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, LLC
Work highlights
- Advised Macquarie AirFinance Limited in connection with its US$2.2 billion acquisition of a portfolio of aircraft from ALAFCO Aviation Lease and Finance Company K.S.C.P, including advising on the transfer of four Cayman Islands aircraft owning SPVs.
- Conyers advised TPG Rise Climate in connection with its US$1 billion acquisition of a majority stake in UK-based company A-Gas from its existing shareholders, and the entry into a US$520 million term loan and US$60 million revolving facility.
- Conyers advised Digicel Limited and other affiliated entities in connection with its consensual US$3.8 billion cross-border restructuring which was implemented pursuant to two schemes of arrangement in Bermuda and chapter 15 recognition proceedings in the United States.
Lawyers
Next generation partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Eric Flaye
Other key lawyers
Nicholas Pattman