HSM LAW
HSM is a distinguished full-service law firm in the Cayman Islands, specialising in litigation, property, insolvency/restructuring, corporate and commercial law, immigration, private client and trusts, labour and employment law and debt collection.
We provide legal services to top financial institutions and leading businesses established and/or operating in the Cayman Islands.
With competitive rates and a highly skilled team of attorneys, we are well positioned to meet your legal needs. We exemplify accessibility and accountability and believe in providing value in an open and transparent manner.
HSM offers unique insight into legal issues, a broad perspective, practical approach and a wealth of international experience. Some of our attorneys have also been admitted in the following jurisdictions but are not practicing: the British Virgin Islands, Trinidad & Tobago, the United Kingdom and Ireland.
We are also experienced in all types of local transactions and as a result we enjoy the unique competitive advantage of being able to manage related but distinct transactions that demand an in depth knowledge of various local laws. This advantage allows us to provide our clients with a seamless integrated approach to achieving a highly successful conclusion to their transactions.
We are committed to maintaining a close relationship with our clients whilst continually seeking to enhance our delivery of legal services.
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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 +
Cayman Immigration Reform: Progress, but Greater Clarity Needed
Recent immigration developments in the Cayman Islands represent meaningful progress, but they also highlight the need for greater transparency and certainty as further changes are introduced. Positive Developments: Protection for PR Holders and Applicants The Government should be applauded for Read more +
The Changing Face of Cayman: Immigration, Nationality, and the Permanent Residence Points System
Over the past decade, the demographic composition of the Cayman Islands’ expatriate workforce has undergone a notable transformation. These changes have important implications not only for labour market planning but also for the operation and perceived fairness of the Permanent Read more +