International offshore law firm Harneys has boosted its finance and corporate departments in London with a new hire.

Simon Hudd is a BVI lawyer across both corporate and finance transactions, and joins from another law firm where he was an integral part of their BVI law practice. Hudd also practices Cayman law.

Hudd’s practice involves the full range of corporate transactions including M&A, dispositions, strategic joint ventures, takeovers, international stock exchange listings, corporate restructurings and reorganisations, as well as structured and asset finance, project and acquisition finance, Islamic Finance, and capital markets.

Global Head of Corporate and Commercial Leonard Birmingham said: “It’s about service levels and service is about people. We are delighted to have someone of Simon’s calibre on board. His solid reputation in the market precedes him as he brings to the table a level of commercial awareness, common sense and technical ability that will ultimately mean that Harneys continues to be a leading law firm. "

Commenting on the move, Hudd said: "I am very pleased to have joined a team of high quality lawyers with exceptional reputations in their respective fields, and I look forward to being part of such a strong team. I am confident that I can add further value to Harneys' corporate and finance offering."