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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 +
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 +
HSM Gives Career Advice in Cayman Brac
HSM participated in the Layman E. Scott Sr. High School Career Fair which was held on Friday, 19 March.
This fair is organised by the Cayman Islands Further Education Centre (CIFEC) and helps to give students first-hand experience at applying for jobs and learning what career opportunities exists in the Cayman Islands.
HSM is a full-service law firm based in Grand Cayman and offers several internship positions each year. Natasha Whitelocke (Head IP Paralegal) attended on behalf of the firm and spoke with students about a career in the legal profession. She also spoke about the different areas of expertise, including Intellectual Property, Litigation, Immigration, Finance, Corporate Services, Marketing and more.
“I left the fair feeling proud,” shares Whitelocke. “These students are well positioned to begin their careers and I look forward to seeing them make their mark in our community.”
HSM has worked with the CIFEC progamme since the firm’s inception in 2012.
Natasha Whitelocke (HSM IP Head Paralegal) behind HSM’s Career Fair Booth.
