Appleby has once again been recognised in the 2026 Chambers and Partners Asia‑Pacific Guide – Offshore, with clients commending the firm for its tailored, commercially focused advice and deep understanding of industry‑specific regulatory and market challenges. One client noted that the team “consistently shows an ability to grasp the nuances of our industry”, while another highlighted the firm’s strong aspect of “commercial and practical sense in addition to legal expertise”.
The Guide also praises Appleby’s dispute resolution offering, noting that the team “excels in taking a holistic view of a transaction or litigation”, reflecting the firm’s strength in handling complex, multi‑layered disputes across the region.
Appleby’s expanding Asia presence, strengthened by the establishment of the Shenzhen office in 2025 and the continued growth of the Hong Kong and Shanghai offices, continues to be recognised as a strategic advantage for clients seeking seamless offshore support. The firm is acknowledged for its full‑service capabilities, spanning corporate, finance, restructuring, disputes and capital markets.
Individual Recognition
The 2026 edition highlights several practitioners for their contributions to Appleby’s corporate and dispute resolution practices:
- David Bulley, Hong Kong and The Chinese Mainland Managing Partner
- David is recognised for his versatility across M&A, SPAC and restructuring mandates, including contentious insolvency matters. Clients praise him as “responsive, sharp and excellent at delivering client service”, noting his ability to connect clients with the right expertise when needed.
- Judy Lee, Partner
- Judy is acknowledged for her work across capital markets and corporate finance, including IPOs, note issuances, and investment transactions. Clients describe her as “an experienced and well‑respected practitioner”.
- Eliot Simpson, Partner
- Eliot leads the firm’s dispute resolution practice and is recognised for his extensive experience in commercial litigation, shareholder disputes, privatisation matters, and restructuring and insolvency cases. Clients describe him as someone who “has been in the market a long time and is respected”.
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