Corporate & Finance
Global Guide 2024 : Bermuda
Band 1
About
Provided by Appleby
We have one of the largest corporate practices in Bermuda with a highly sought after team by clients and referrers in Bermuda, and around the world. We advise a wide variety of local and international organisations, including a large number of FTSE 100 and Fortune 500 companies, on every aspect of corporate and commercial law. We specialise in particular on insurance and reinsurance, mergers and acquisitions, banking and asset finance, regulatory and compliance, technology and innovation, funds and investment services, transport and logistics, energy and natural resources, and intellectual property.
Chambers Review
Appleby has sophisticated corporate and finance groups in Bermuda which are noted for their representation of a diverse range of clients across the tourism, banking, insurance and aviation sectors. Its lawyers cover the full range of transactional mandates, with experience advising on high-value M&A as well as equity and debt offerings. Further specific areas of expertise include investment funds and asset finance.
Work Highlights
- Appleby advised Sumitovant Biopharma on the Bermudian legal issues arising out of its USD1.7 billion acquisition of Myovant Sciences.
Strengths
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"They have done a good job of navigating the nuances of Bermuda law."
"Whether interacting directly with us or with other counsel, the relationship with Appleby is productive and their answers are comprehensive, even on complex issues."
"Appleby gives commercial and pragmatic advice. They have a good relationship with the authorities in Bermuda and are available around the clock."
"They have done a good job of navigating the nuances of Bermuda law."
"Whether interacting directly with us or with other counsel, the relationship with Appleby is productive and their answers are comprehensive, even on complex issues."
"Appleby gives commercial and pragmatic advice. They have a good relationship with the authorities in Bermuda and are available around the clock."
Notable Practitioners
Clive Langley is a well-established Bermuda lawyer who is adept at handling a variety of transactional matters. His experience extends to the representation of both borrowers and lenders in asset finance transactions.
Jerome Wilson has a wide-ranging practice that encompasses M&A and finance transactions. He has notable experience advising clients from the technology and financial services sectors.
"Jerome is very practical and incredibly pleasant to work with."
"He is really exceptional and excellent in complicated issues."
"He's great - really smart and really thoughtful."
Tammy Richardson-Augustus is well recognised among her peers in the Bermuda market, while onshore counsel appreciate her high-level input on all aspects of non-contentious work. She has extensive experience assisting with restructuring and refinancing.
"Tammy is very sensible and she's pleasant to work with."
Matthew Ebbs-Brewer has a growing reputation on the island, with experience in a variety of M&A and financing transactions. He regularly acts for high-profile clients.
Ranked Lawyers at
Appleby
Bermuda
Members
Provided by Appleby
Andrew Kuzma
Arielle DeSilva
Ashley Bento
Head of Department
Carl Meyer
David Clark
Duncan Card
Gary Harris
Hailee Forde
Jamie Rego
Karim Creary
Katie Blundy
Matthew Ebbs-Brewer
Melinda Mayne
Neil Molyneux
Ojeda Smith
Sally Penrose
Tiffany Boys