Caribbean - British Virgin Islands
Ogier
The ‘outstanding’ corporate team at Ogier advises clients on multi-billion-dollar M&A transactions, capital markets deals, and restructuring mandates, with a primary focus on industries spanning the energy, transportation, healthcare and technology sectors. In the technology space, the team often partners with the firm’s dedicated technology and Web3 sector group, harnessing its commercial and fintech expertise to secure significant appointments, including representing some of the largest crypto funds. Leading the dynamic practice are Michael Killourhy, an expert in equity capital markets and M&A transactions, and Ray Wearmouth, who is renowned for his profound knowledge of BVI corporate law. In addition to spearheading billion-dollar transactions, Wearmouth is regularly sought after to provide expert evidence on BVI law to foreign tribunals. The team also includes David Matthews, who is highly regarded for his corporate finance expertise.
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Testimonials
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‘The team generally is very responsive which is important for us. We are kept informed on new legislation in the BVI, including the implementation of OECD guidelines. The information we receive is up-to-date and reliable.’
‘The partner in charge for our account is Michael Killourhy. He provides us with several support services, including opinions on a variety of topics. We find him and his team outstanding and always very attentive to our needs.’
‘The Ogier team takes a very proactive approach to collaborating with lead counsel.’
'A well rounded team. My first point of contact if I need any BVI advice or guidance.'
'Michael Killourhy has an encyclopaedic knowledge and is a very good transactional lawyer.'
'Very responsive, very knowledgeable and very practical.'
'Have worked with Michael Killourhy and his team. All are very personable and at the same time super responsive and knowledgeable. All advice is timely and very practical.'
Key clients
- Bull Horn Holdings Corp
- Constellation Oil Services Holding S.A.
- East Stone Acquisition Corporation
- Founder SPAC
- Joint Liquidators of Three Arrows Capital, Ltd. (In Liquidation)
- Nam Tai Property Inc.
- National Energy Services Reunited
- Oxbridge Re.
- PLBY Group, Inc.
Work highlights
- Advising Bull Horn on its $175m merger with Coeptis Therapeutics Inc., a biopharmaceutical company that develops innovative cell therapy technologies for cancer.
- Advising PLBY Group on its $250m joint venture "Playboy China" with Charactopia Licensing Limited and Fung Retailing Limited.
- Advising East Stone Acquistion Corporation on the closing of its $2.5bn merger with electric vehicle manufacturer ICONIQ Holding Limited.
Lawyers
Leading individuals
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Michael Killourhy, Ray Wearmouth