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Cayman Immigration: Section 64 Update
In a press release dated 15 April 2026, the Ministry of Caymanian Employment and Immigration announced: ”The Immigration (Transition) (Amendment and Validation) Act, 2025 introduces updated rules for work permit holders changing jobs, effective 1 May 2026. Work permit holders Read more +
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 +
HSM Vipers Wins Women’s Flag Football League
HSM sponsored the HSM Vipers in the Cayman Islands Flag Football Association league over the summer and became the victors of the women’s league. On October 2, 2016 the HSM Vipers were awarded the trophy for their participation and overall performance during the tournament.
Managing Partner Huw Moses notes: “We are very pleased that the HSM sponsored team won the Cayman Islands Flag Football Women’s league. The team had a great season and we are very proud to share this moment with the entire league and our own HSM Vipers!”

Photo Caption: HSM Vipers with Winners Trophy Photo Credit: Cayman Islands Flag Football Association