Walkers
Walkers‘ corporate and finance team is particularly active in the fintech arena, providing counsel to corporations on matters related to digital asset establishments, licensings and transactions. Natalie Neto, an expert in the fintech sphere, has an impressive track record in handling multi-billion-dollar transactions spanning a broad swathe of industries, and acts as practice head. Other notable contacts include Sarah Demerling, who is head of the investment funds group with expertise in investment services, and newly promoted partner Rachel Nightingale, who is a fintech specialist described as ’professional in every aspect.’
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Testimonials
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‘Walkers has shown deep knowledge of Bermuda's legal practices and standards and tops it all with excellent relationships with the relevant players in the areas where it offers services and the possibility to contact them to help their clients.’
‘Both Natalie Neto and Rachel Nightingale, the partners with whom we worked the most, had a great attitude and disposition, and showed great availability to tend to our needs. They were both practical to resolve any issue and give advice and showed experience in their suggestions.’
‘The team at Walkers in Bermuda were very understanding to our needs as a client. They understood the structures and concept of our request and were able to execute in a timely manner. The communication between us was excellent and their ability to respond quickly and efficiently made the process very easy.’
‘Sarah Demerling is very knowledgeable and always on hand to answer any questions and be present in meetings to solve any issues. Shaela Rae worked very hard and efficiently on completing tasks and documentation. Her communication skills are superb and her ability to turn around requests in good time is outstanding.’
‘Their digital practice team is well versed on the regulations, flexible in scheduling, collaborative, and innovative in finding solutions in a rapidly changing space.’
‘Natalie Neto and Rachel Nightingale are two of the most impressive partners I have worked with. Professional in every aspect and will work tirelessly to ensure their clients are covered.’
Key clients
- Apex Group Ltd
- Apollo Global Management
- Astorg Partners
- Athene Holdings
- AutoStore
- Axalta Coating Systems Ltd.
- Blackstone
- Carlyle
- Coinbase Global Inc.
- Jewel Bank
- JP Morgan Chase
- McDermott International
- Moneda Asset Management SpA
- Montes Archimedes Acquisition Corp
- MUFG Bank, Ltd.
- Norwegian Cruise Lines
- Revlon, Inc.
- Saturn Power
Work highlights
- Advised Thoma Bravo on acquiring QAD Inc in a take private acquisition for approximately $2bn.
- Acted as Bermuda legal counsel to Aquarian Holdings on its acquisition, by way of merger, of Somerset Reinsurance Ltd, a Class E insurer.
- Advised Coinbase Global Inc. on its successful Class F digital assets business license under the Digital Asset Business Act 2018 (as amended) from the Bermuda Monetary Authority.
Lawyers
Leading individuals
Next Generation Partners
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Natalie Neto