HSM LAW
Cayman Kind and Compassion: A Question for the Caymanian Status and Permanent Residency Board
Over the past 24 months, HSM Chambers have dealt with two cases involving individuals who obtained the Right to be Caymanian through marriage. In both cases, the Caymanian spouse subsequently passed away before three years had elapsed from the grant Read more +
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 +
Christian Victory Joins HSM Partnership as Head of Corporate and Commercial
The HSM Group has welcomed Christian Victory, a bolster addition to their legal team and who has joined as Partner, Head of Corporate and Commercial.
Christian has over 20 years of legal experience and is well-respected in the industry having been ranked by The Legal 500 (Next Generation Partner) and IFLR 1000 (Rising Star). In 2010 he located to the Cayman Islands and moved up the ranks to become a Partner at another major international law firm.
In his role at HSM, Christian leads a qualified team and overseas all aspects of corporate and commercial law. He regularly advises on entity formations, corporate restructuring, local business licensing, mergers and acquisitions as well as assists with governance, regulatory and reporting requirements.
Christian plays a pivotal role in ensuring corporate compliance. He has a proven track record of successfully navigating complex legal matters and is knowledgeable regarding economic substance, beneficial ownership and anti-money laundering requirements.
He is well-versed in all matters relating to Cayman Islands funds and investment services, including the formation and establishment of, and on-going advice to mutual funds and hedge funds, master-feeder structures and the formation of stand-alone vehicles. He also has experience in banking and finance, general lending and debt issuance.
Christian’s career began in Ireland where he worked at William Fry Solicitors in Dublin for eight years and was an associate in their asset management and investment funds department. He then worked in the British Virgin Islands as an associate specialising in Corporate and Commercial. His global experience provides cutting-edge advice to his clients.
His practice at HSM is built on integrity, commitment and results. Working closely with HSM Corporate Services Ltd., he is able to provide a comprehensive service through our team’s ability to offer registered offices and other regulatory requirements.
“We are thrilled to have Christian join the partnership,” shares HSM Managing Partner, Huw Moses OBE. “I look forward to working with him as we continue to grow HSM’s offering of legal services.”
HSM Partner Christian Victory in front of HSM’s building on 68 Fort Street, George Town.