FinTech Legal - Isle of Man
What the Team is Known For
Appleby works with FinTech clients through its multidisciplinary global technology and innovation group. On the Isle of Man, it handles a significant caseload of cross-border payments law and regulatory work for the Island's e-gaming sector. The firm also handles work for crypto exchanges, digital banks and other online payments platforms.
Work Highlights
Appleby acted for Playtech Plc, a gambling and software development company, on an investment in an Isle of Man entity and in connection with an EUR300 million bond offering.
Notable Practitioners
Claire Milne is a corporate lawyer and a leading expert on regulatory matters for the Manx e-gaming sector. Milne also advises clients including telecoms companies on outsourcing projects and is an expert in Isle of Man IP and data protection laws.
Katherine Garrood is counsel in Appleby's corporate department and handles Isle of Man funds matters, including transactional work and regulation. She is highlighted as an expert in Isle of Man FinTech regulatory work. "Katherine Garrood provides an excellent level of communication and service."