Bermuda lawyers ranked by leading legal directory Chambers and Partners
Leading offshore law firm Appleby has once again achieved top-tier recognition in Bermuda in the 2025 Chambers Global Legal Guide. The firm’s Bermuda office has been ranked Band 1—the highest distinction—in three practice categories: Corporate & Finance, Dispute Resolution, and Insurance, with several partners also moving up in the rankings.
Work highlights include: Appleby acted as Bermuda counsel to the Brookfield Infrastructure Group regarding its USD13.3 billion acquisition of Triton International; represented Jardine Matheson Holdings in high-value dissenting shareholder litigation arising from its amalgamation with Jardine Strategic Holdings under the Bermuda Companies Act, and acted for Prudential and Warburg Pincus on their establishment of a Class E Bermuda reinsurer, Prismic Life.
Brad Adderley, Bermuda Managing Partner said: “We are proud to have achieved Band 1 rankings across our corporate, dispute resolution, and insurance practices—an acknowledgment of our enduring commitment to excellence and industry leadership. This recognition reflects the trust and confidence of our clients, for which we are deeply grateful. It is especially meaningful to be recognized not only for our legal expertise but also for our dedication to delivering innovative solutions and exceptional client service. We also extend our heartfelt appreciation to our outstanding team of lawyers, whose dedication, ingenuity, and commitment to excellence continue to drive our success.”
Appleby lawyers ranked across the practice categories, earning high praise from clients are included below. John Wasty has also been spotlighted in ‘Insurance: Contentious’ and Matthew Ebbs-Brewer in ‘Investment Funds’.
Corporate & Finance:
“Appleby work with you to find solutions to challenging or complex transactions.”
“They have excellent knowledge of our various business areas. The team also stands out for its responsiveness, dedication and technical skills. They are excellent at both partner and associate level.”
“Appleby stands out for its knowledge of the Bermuda marketplace and the terms for minority investments. They offer commercially minded advice.”
Clive Langley, Partner (Band 1): “He is my go-to lawyer at Appleby.”
Jerome Wilson, Partner (Band 2): “Jerome is a good, commercial and practical lawyer.”
Matthew Ebbs-Brewer, Partner (Band 3): “Matt has excellent technical skills” and “He is a thoughtful lawyer who asks relevant questions and proposes appropriate solutions to various challenges.”
Tammy Richardson-Augustus, Partner (Band 3): Tammy is well recognised among her peers in the Bermuda market, while onshore counsel appreciate her high-level input on all aspects of non-contentious work.
Dispute Resolution:
“Appleby is a very good law firm which inspires confidence in its abilities.”
“They are very good lawyers who know the jurisdiction and know what they are talking about.”
John Wasty, Partner and Head of Dispute Resolution (Band 1): “John’s ability to understand clients and their goals, and his experience with the Bermuda courts, make him a formidable lawyer and a huge asset,” and “He is very good at managing and running team cases. His legal brain is fantastic, and he combines this with being able to manage the practical side of litigation.”
John Riihiluoma, Senior Counsel (Senior Statesperson): John is an esteemed Bermuda lawyer who has immense experience advising on insolvency proceedings. He is additionally noted for his deep knowledge of trust and shareholder disputes.
Insurance:
“We are impressed by the very thorough knowledge and diligent work of the partners, alongside their evident strong relationship with the regulators and other local service providers.”
“They have experience delivering solutions in the highly regulated insurance industry. The service levels and responsiveness are among their strongest features.”
Brad Adderley, Managing Partner and Head of Corporate (Band 1): “Brad combines an excellent knowledge of the insurance space with a high degree of commerciality in his approach,” “He understands the client’s goals and what is possible in Bermuda under the current regulatory regime. He will also always immediately jump on a call when he knows something is urgent,” and “Brad is a leading expert on BMA regulations, particularly in regard to life insurance and ownership of life/annuity businesses by private equity firms.”
