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HSM Tribute to Oscar DaCosta
It is with deep sadness that we mark the passing of our much‑loved colleague and friend, Oscar DaCosta, who died this weekend past following a courageous battle with brain cancer. Oscar obtained an LLB (Hons) Degree from the University of Read more +
The ‘X Trusts’ Case – The Privy Council Confirms Protectors May Have a Substantive Fiduciary Role
On 19 March 2026, the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council delivered its judgment in A and Ors (Appellants) v C and others (Respondents) [2026] UKPC 11, overturning the Bermuda Court of Appeal and holding that the protectors of the Read more +
Cayman Immigration Law Changes Will Take Effect on 1 May 2026
On Friday, 27 March 2026, the Government announced that the “Immigration Law changes will take effect on Friday, 1 May 2026”. It appears that the Act which was passed in December 2025 and amended, prior to coming into force on Read more +
Cayman Islands Immigration Update – March 2026: Work Permit Stats and PR Factor 8 Clarity
The latest work permit statistics released by Workforce Opportunities & Residency Cayman (WORC) show that there are currently 37,075 work permits in place as of 11 March 2026. This represents a small decrease from February 2026, when 37,267 work permits Read more +
Who’s Who Legal Recognises HSM Lawyers in the Cayman Islands
Who’s Who Legal has released their 2018 guides and the HSM Group is thrilled to have two lawyers in the Cayman Islands who are represented in different service areas.
Ian Lambert, HSM’s Partner, is featured in their Restructuring and Insolvency guide.
Ian joined HSM as a Senior Associate in March 2013. He became a Partner in 2014. While Ian is well-versed in numerous areas of litigation, he specialises in the area of insolvency, corporate recovery, fraud and commercial litigation.
Robert Mack, HSM’s Head of Private Clients and Trusts, is featured in their Private Client guide.
Robert specialises in private and commercial trusts including purpose/STAR, reserved powers, unit, charitable and fixed interest trusts.
Who’s Who Legal identifies the foremost legal practitioners in multiple areas of business law and recognition is based strictly on merit – you can’t buy entry into their publication. Recipients must be nominated for their expertise in the field by at least four independent sources, either from clients or peers.
Congratulations to Ian and Robert.
Key Contacts:
Ian Lambert
ilambert@hsmoffice.com
Tel: +1 345 815 7421
Robert Mack
rmack@hsmoffice.com
Tel: +1 345 815 7356