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 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 +