Capital Markets

Conyers’ lawyers advise many of the world’s most recognised companies and institutions on their equity and debt capital raisings, with regards to the laws of Bermuda, the British Virgin Islands and the Cayman Islands. From our offices in those jurisdictions, as well as Hong Kong, London and Singapore, we have the experience and knowledge to assist with your capital markets transactions, whatever their size or complexity.  Our sound understanding of your business and markets means we can offer a solutions-driven approach, along with seamless, responsive service across our global network at every stage of the process.

IPOs and other equity offerings

Conyers is the offshore market leader in initial public offerings, as demonstrated by annual league table rankings – often the only offshore firm ranked among the highest positions.

The firm advises FTSE 100 and Fortune 100 public companies and others on their equity-raising transactions on the NYSE, Nasdaq, LSE, HKSE, CSX and AIM, and numerous other international stock exchanges.

Corporate bonds, high yield notes and other debt offerings

Conyers acts as offshore legal adviser to listed and unlisted Bermuda, BVI and Cayman companies engaged in raising debt capital. Our lawyers have a wealth of experience in debt-raising transactions, including the following types of bond and high-yield note offerings: investment grade, senior unsecured, high yield, convertible and exchangeable, credit enhanced and perpetual.

Market leadership

• We are the leading advisor on IPOs in Bermuda, advising a large majority of the Bermuda companies listed on the NYSE and Nasdaq.
• We have acted in almost 70% of all offshore listings in Hong Kong, the majority of which involve a Cayman listed company.
• Our BVI practice is counsel of choice in the jurisdiction for incorporations and follow-on work for public companies.

We would welcome the opportunity to discuss how we can assist you. Please call or email any of the contacts listed below.