US, Middle Eastern and Asian fund managers come to Maples Group for advice on the establishment and structuring of funds, ranging from private equity and hedge funds to venture capital and real estate vehicles. The practice is noted for its expertise in co-investment structures and GP-led restructuring transactions, with further experience handling deals that require Sharia compliance. Leading the team in tandem are Simon Hopwood, a UK REIT and Islamic finance specialist, and Tim Morgan, who supports private equity houses with the launch of new funds and funds transactions.
Testimonials
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- 'The Maples team advises us on all our Jersey funds requirements. Tim Morgan is our partner contact and delivers a consistently excellent service.'
- 'The team is genuinely led from the front, with a high level of partner involvement in all matters.'
- 'The partners take a very active role in all elements of a transaction. Simon Hopwood is especially helpful and always goes the extra mile. As a result of each partner's involvement, the standard of work is always excellent.'
- 'Strong team of investment funds lawyers, with coverage across the full range of offshore funds products.'
- 'I particularly value the personal touch and investment made in relationships with our leadership team and directors by Maples, which ensures that fund launches and events get closed and completed in an efficient manner with good communication present.'
- 'Excellent service and first-rate engagement.'
- 'I work mainly with Simon Hopwood. He is technically excellent and is a pleasure to deal with.'
- 'Seamless service across the business and team. Proactive, knowledgeable and reactive to our needs.'
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Simon Hopwood, Tim Morgan