Keystone Law regularly handles handles complex and high value M&A in the Isle of Man, with a particular level of expertise in regard to corporate real estate M&A. Managing director Geoff Kermeen has particular experience in advising lenders and developers in the UK and European commercial real estate sector. Sally Cranshaw focuses on UK commercial real estate financing conducted through Isle of Man bodies. William Margot is experienced in cross border M&A, while Stephen Rodd advises private equity funds on tax-efficient offshore structures. Hazel Dawson is another key name, advising clients in relation to IPOs, reverse takeovers, restructuring and rights issues.
Testimonials
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‘Stable team comprised of experienced lawyers, that is always responsive and thorough.’
‘Sally Cranshaw has consistently performed and is well liked and highly regarded by us.’
Key clients
- Allied Irish Banks, p.l.c.
- Santander UK PLC
- BentallGreenOak
Work highlights
- Advising BentallGreenOak in relation to the IoM elements of the financing arrangements pertaining to the provision by BGO of a £74M secured term facility to a Luxembourg borrower for the purpose of the corporate acquisition of a Guernsey-incorporated SPV and an IoM incorporated SPV.
- Advising Allied Irish Banks in respect of the Isle of Man law elements of two loan facilities made available to the Ergo Group.
- Advising Santander in respect of several real estate finance transactions.