Cains
More informationCains is regularly instructed on the highest value and most complex corporate and commercial transactions on the Isle of Man on behalf of a number of major domestic and international corporates. Particular areas of expertise for the firm include cross border M&A, international real estate acquisitions and complex regulatory and advisory matters. Scott Leonard-Morgan regularly acts on complex corporate transactions, as well as providing general commercial and corporate advice. Tristan Head handles a range of corporate finance transactions, including initial public offerings, right issues and bond issues. Stephanie Chew handles acquisitions and restructurings for UK and Irish clients, while Kirsten Porter has a strong focus on the gaming and financial services sectors. Matthew Wilkinson is frequently involved in the most notable cross border matters on the Isle of Man.
Testimonials
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‘Cains has been very diligent and excellent in delivering legal services. We couldn't recommend it enough.’
‘Tristan Head is excellent to work with, always delivering on time with comprehensive but succinct advice.’
‘Cains are straight forward, easy to work with practice, they collaborate and bring their best resources in to support their clients needs. They deliver to agreed timescales and many times exceed them, their rates are fair and people are commercial in approach.
‘Scott Leonard-Morgan is diligent, commercial and puts the customers needs at the heart of the legal services that he provides.'
‘As good as any top 10 London firm: reliable, speedy turnaround.’
‘Kirsten Porter has a great sense of balance between running with matters and seeking input.’
‘Kirsten Porter is always willing to go the extra mile and liaise with deal parties so as to facilitate the process. She is available for clarifications/explanations and replies to all queries thoroughly and with no delay, something which is not always the case for all lawyers at other firms. Kirsten really cares for her clients and will always ensure that every small detail is checked before sending comments etc. A real gem for Cains Advocates Limited.’
‘Kirsten Porter is very easy to work with, responsive and takes a commercial / pragmatic approach.’
Key clients
- Allied Irish Banks PLC
- AngloGold Ashanti Holdings plc
- Banco Santander, S.A.
- BNP Paribas
- Credit Suisse AG
- Flutter Entertainment PLC
- Heron and Brearley
- Manx Telecom
- Cinven
- Nomura International plc
- Tullow Oil PLC
Work highlights
- Advising Cinven on its acquisition of a majority interest in International Financial Group Limited (‘IFGL’) from Vitruvian Partners.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Tristan Head, Scott Leonard-Morgan