A key port of call for banks, investment firms, and fund managers, Maples Group is geared to handle fund formation, M&A, and corporate governance. Manuela Belmontes’ broad caseload encompasses aircraft finance, structured finance, and Islamic finance, while Philip Ireland is well-versed in private equity funds. Gurminder Sanghera is knowledgeable of Shariah-compliant investment funds, Oliver Simpson is experienced in corporate transactions, and Barbara Kramarz handles debt restructuring. David Garvin is another key team member.
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Testimonials
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- 'Responsive, pragmatic, and proactive team which enables the timely conclusion of transactions.'
- 'Great technical lawyers. Good commercially.'
- 'Great technically. Easy to work with.'
- 'Excellent customer service and responsiveness.'
- 'The team is strong at fund formation for offshore vehicles. We have worked with their team members across jurisdictions, and the quality is high. In particular, we love working with Philip Ireland, who is excellent in terms of client service, knowledge of the law, and responsiveness. He understands clients’ businesses and is very practical and easy to work with.'
- 'Philip Ireland is excellent and is top of the market.'
Key clients
- Ma'aden Sukuk Limited
- SRC Sukuk Limited
Lawyers
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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.
Barbara Kramarz
Oliver Simpson
Practice head
Manuela Belmontes; Philip Ireland
Other key lawyers
Gurminder Sanghera; Oliver Simpson; Barbara Kramarz; David Garvin