International law firm Maples and Calder continues to strengthen its presence and capabilities in Singapore with the appointment of Michael Gagie to the role of Managing Partner of the firm’s Singapore office and the promotion of associate, Jess Stock to the position of Of Counsel. Michael will relocate to Singapore when all necessary regulatory approvals are obtained.

Michael joined Maples and Calder in 2010 and is ideally suited to his new role, having developed an in-depth understanding of the Asian market and business culture during the eight years in which he has worked in Hong Kong, which included a period as Managing Partner of the Hong Kong office of another international law firm.

Michael practises both BVI and Cayman Islands law and is ranked by Chambers Global and IFLR1000 as a leader in his field. He has extensive experience in corporate, private equity and finance work. He is also global head of the BVI law practice of Maples and Calder.

Jess Stock has been an associate in the Singapore office for almost two years, previously working in the firm’s London office for eight years. Jess’ areas of expertise include corporate, finance and investment funds.

Established in 2012, Maples and Calder’s Singapore office was the firm’s second Asia-focused offering, following the 1995 opening of its office in Hong Kong, and, along with the establishment of the Singapore office of MaplesFS in 2013, which provides fiduciary and fund administration services to Cayman, BVI and Singapore entities, demonstrates the firm’s commitment to the region as part of its Asian growth strategy.

“We are very pleased to make this announcement and look forward to Michael taking up the position in due course,” said Shaun Denton, Managing Partner of Maples and Calder in Hong Kong. “Michael’s contributions to the Hong Kong office have been outstanding and, in line with our long-term commitment to the region, we anticipate continued success in the Singapore office. Michael will be ably supported by Jess, partner Tom Katsaros and associate Grace Teo.”

About Maples and Calder

Maples and Calder is a leading international law firm advising financial, institutional, business and private clients around the world on the laws of the Cayman Islands, Ireland and the British Virgin Islands. Maples and Calder has offices in the British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Dubai, Dublin, Hong Kong, London and Singapore.

With a reputation as an innovative, entrepreneurial firm, Maples and Calder is known worldwide as a market leader with highly qualified lawyers who are specialists in their respective practice areas.

About MaplesFS

MaplesFS is a leading specialised fiduciary and fund services provider. MaplesFS has offices in Boston, the Cayman Islands, Delaware, Dubai, Dublin, Hong Kong, Luxembourg, Montreal, New York and Singapore.

MaplesFS is led by a team of experienced professionals and is committed to providing a high level of service tailored to specific client requirements.

To learn more about Maples and Calder go to their website: http://www.maplesandcalder.com/

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