Cains advises on key gambling transactions, including multi-jurisdictional restructurings and secured lendings, and is also well regarded for its regulatory and employment advice. Scott Leonard-Morgan has ‘excellent knowledge of the IOM corporate landscape’ which he applies to a litany of matters for gambling clients. Kirsten Porter regularly handles mergers, acquisitions and restructurings in the gaming sector, and Matthew Wilkinson has advised on a plethora of corporate and commercial matters, including joint ventures and cross-border transactions. Paul Freeman joined the team from the FSA in October 2023.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

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  • ‘Excellent expertise across both IoM gambling regulatory and corporate matters.'

  • 'Exactly what we need when an M&A transaction we are working on has an IoM element.'

  • ‘Scott Leonard-Morgan stands out for his responsiveness, usability and excellent knowledge of the IoM corporate landscape.' 

  • 'We have worked very closely with Kirsten Porter who is very responsive, thorough and knowledgeable. She is a pleasure to work with.' 

Key clients

  • The Stars Group
  • Flutter Entertainment
  • Galaxy Gaming
  • Paddy Power
  • Gamesys Group

Lawyers

Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Scott Leonard-Morgan

Other key lawyers

Kirsten Porter, Matthew Wilkinson, Paul Freeman