Dispute resolution

Maples Group

Contentious restructuring and insolvency is a key area of expertise for Maples Group and the firm’s stellar clientele includes insolvency practitioners. The team also notes a recent influx of restructuring work from China. Matthew Freeman was promoted to local practice group leader for the BVI dispute resolution and insolvency team in December 2023. Also promoted in December 2023, to the partner level, Stuart Rau demonstrates prowess in the full range of commercial disputes and is a go-to advocate in hearings before the BVI Commercial Court. Scott Tolliss excels in litigation stemming from distressed events, and Adrian Francis is a further key contact.

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‘Good team. With younger energetic partners. Well-resourced.’
‘Maples BVI is our go to firm whenever we have any matters which requires legal services involving BVI law. Having worked with Maples for about a decade on 2 highly contentious matters, I am happy to say that they have been consistently reliable and efficient in responding to whatever queries and legal issues put to them with intelligent, sound and practical advice and solutions for our mutual clients. Their fees are reasonable given the quality of their work and prompt response. We are very comfortable working with Maples as we know that they will render advice that best protect and advance our clients' interests.’
‘Scott Tollis is a very sharp counsel and is able to provide clever and effective solutions to legal problems. Having worked with Scott for almost 6 years on 2 highly contentious briefs with a very determined and well-resourced opponent, I can vouch for Scott's commitment and passion in advancing our clients' cause. He has the rare ability to have a good grasp of the law, come up with brilliant legal strategies and ideas whenever there is a situation that we need to overcome and be a very likeable and easy to work with counsel. In a recent Court of Appeal brief which we worked together on, Scott continued to impress with his quick turnaround time and ideas. It is always a pleasure to work with Scott.’
‘They have a global presence and as a result have the ability to address multi jurisdictional matters that we have encountered/ partnered with them on.’
‘We have worked with several team members over the years, but have in the recent past worked with Scott Tolliss. He is thorough and even handed in his assessment of matters.’
‘The Maples team are very approachable and provide pragmatic, easy to understand advice. They are always aware of the latest advances in the market and industry, and provide great advice.’
‘Scott Tolliss is a delight to work with. Totally on top of the case and really works hard for the team.'
'Matthew Freeman is a very safe pair of hands, showing sound judgement in everything he does.’