Harneys maintains a strong fund financing offering and has also recently been active in IPOs. Loan and lease financings are further strengths. The department is jointly led by Christopher Hall, who is especially strong in the private equity and hedge funds spaces; and Matt Taber, who maintains a busy transactional practice in the financial services and investment funds industries. Louise Hayward supports on the full range of the groups foremost matters, while Daniella Skotnicki is noted for private funds work.
Testimonials
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‘I am extremely satisfied with the services provided by Harney. What sets this practice apart is their unwavering commitment to client success and their ability to consistently deliver high-quality legal solutions. The team at Harney possesses exceptional strengths and key capabilities that potential clients should be aware of.'
- 'The expertise and experience of the lawyers at Harney are unparalleled. They have a deep understanding of the law and its practical applications, which allows them to provide insightful and effective advice. The team is not only knowledgeable but also highly responsive, ensuring that clients receive timely and accurate information.'
Key clients
- J&T Global Express Limited
- AAG Energy Holdings Limited
- Metatech Holdings (trading as Nonco)
- P2P Staking
- UBS Switzerland AG
- Vinci Partners Investments
- Finfront Holding Company (BitFuFu)
- Maiyue Technology Limited
- Mobile-health Network Solutions
Work highlights
- Acted as Cayman Islands legal counsel to AAG Energy Holdings Limited on its take-private transaction valued at approximately $347m.
- Acted as Cayman Islands legal counsel to Finfront and Bitfufu on Bitfufu’s de-SPAC business combination with blank-check company Arisz Acquisition Corp.
- Represented digital asset firm Nonco (Metatech Holdings) in a $10m seed capital fund raising.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Christopher Hall, Matt Taber