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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 Engages Students at the CIFEC Career Fair
HSM participated in the Cayman Islands Further Education Centre (CIFEC) Career Fair which was held on 21 and 22 of September 2017. HSM set up a booth at the CIFEC Library to introduce themselves and seek to recruit 14 new students to join their 2017/18 internship programme. Managing Partner, Huw Moses and IP Head Paralegal, Natasha Whitelocke were on hand to speak with students about a career in the legal profession especially in the fields of Intellectual Property, Debt Collection, Immigration and Corporate Services.
Ms. Shantel Ritch and Ms. Victoria Whittaker, two full time HSM IP staff members and ex CIFEC students were also on hand to speak with the potential student recruits. They shared their current experience of working within the firm and also spoke to students who may be interested in pursuing a career in law.
HSM has worked with the CIFEC progamme since 2012.The firm’s continued involvement in the CIFEC programme forms part of HSM’s commitment to the local community, as we continue to provide opportunities for young Caymanians to work within the legal industry.
Managing Partner Huw Moses notes: “We enjoy participating in this programme as CIFEC students play an integral role in our team. We aim to train them with the skills to achieve their full potential. We appreciate the opportunity to share our expertise with the students who may be interested in pursuing a career in law.”
Photo Caption – L- R: Ms. Victoria Whittaker and Shantel Ritch from HSM speaking with students at the CIFEC Fair.