Maples Group

Collaborating closely with its London office, the BVI-based investment funds department at Maples Group is characterised by a comprehensive knowledge of the licensing and regulatory law requirements for the gamut of funds operating in the jurisdiction. Market-leading asset managers and private equity houses are regular beneficiaries of the practice's expertise in matters ranging from fund set-up to contentious winding-up proceedings. Following the November 2023 retirement of senior partner Richard May , Chris Newton leads the group at the Tortola office and focuses on downstream acquisition work and subscription line financings. Ruairi Bourke impresses clients with his 'practical and helpful advice', and Amel Wehden is a younger lawyer, particularly well regarded in the establishment and maintenance of hedge funds and private equity funds.