Appleby - provider of offshore legal, fiduciary and administration services - has announced the promotion of Charles Davies to the position of Partner in the Isle of Man Office.

This promotion, effective 1st April 2010, further reflects the Group’s strength and depth across its Corporate and Commercial Practice, both in the Isle of Man and globally.

Charles Davies specialises in complex corporate and commercial disputes and arbitration.

He advises on commercial, corporate and trust disputes and represents major corporate service providers, London insurers and leading international law firms.

Charles regularly speaks on commercial, trust and civil litigation issues, and has knowledge of several languages including Persian, Arabic, Spanish and French.

Prior to joining Dickinson Cruickshank, now part of the Appleby Group, in 2007, Charles practised as a Barrister at Stone Chambers in London. He was called to the Bar of England and Wales in 1995, and is a member of the Isle of Man Law Society. 

Sean Dowling, Managing Partner of the Isle of Man office commented, "I am extremely excited about this promotion.  Charles has a wealth of experience and is highly regarded by his colleagues and clients alike. I sincerely believe this appointment to the partnership also reflects Appleby's on-going commitment to rewarding success and I warmly congratulate him on his promotion."  

As part of its round of global promotions, Appleby also announced the appointment of Jersey Private Client and Trusts lawyer Naomi Rive as Partner, and five lawyers to the position of Counsel.