Bermuda-based law firm Appleby has won a top award.

The firm was crowned firm of the year in the offshore category in the UK’s Legal 500 awards.

Appleby group managing partner Michael O’Connell said: “We are honoured to be named as Offshore Firm of the Year by the Legal 500 and the network of in-house lawyers whose opinions determined the outcome.

“Our lawyers have dedicated themselves to serving the offshore legal needs of our clients, and recognition like this reinforces the talent, commitment and knowledge of Appleby people across the many jurisdictions where we operate.”

The Legal 500 awards are based on the opinions of the 250,000 in-house lawyers contacted by Legal 500 researchers throughout the year, as well as in-depth research conducted by Legal 500 staff.

Appleby advises on the principal areas of corporate, dispute resolution, property, and private client and trusts.