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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 in The Legal 500 Caribbean 2024 Rankings
The HSM Group was featured recently in The Legal 500 2024 Caribbean rankings.
Our intellectual property practice, HSM IP, is a ranked firm for their cross-Caribbean expertise. Citing The Legal 500 website, they shared: “As the only specialist IP firm in the Cayman Islands, HSM IP has been notably active in advising the Cayman government on its IP legislation as well as assisting a broad range of clients with trade mark, design and patent prosecution matters across the entire Caribbean region. The group also has experience in IP infringement and enforcement work and counts Fortune 500 companies, global law firms and specialist IP practices on its client roster.” Managing Partner Huw St. J. Moses, OBE leads the team of 11 IP specialists.
Client testimonies include: “The team is extremely responsive and able to provide practical, commercial guidance where necessary.” “Kate Cleary is extremely responsive and easy to deal with.” “HSM is known for its trade mark representation in the Caribbean region. They are one of a few firms that specialise and excel in this region.”
HSM’s property work is highlighted as a Firm to Watch for Real Estate (Cayman Islands). Citing The Legal 500 website, they shared “Linda DaCosta heads up HSM’s real estate practice, which is noted for advising local and overseas purchasers, vendors, investors and developers on a mix of residential and commercial property transactions.”
HSM Partner Christian Victory is ranked as a Next Generation Partner for Investment Funds (Cayman Islands). Christian has over 20 years of legal experience and is well-respected in the industry. He is knowledgeable 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.
The Legal 500 has been analysing the capabilities of law firms across the world for more than 30 years. Law firms and attorneys are ranked by thorough research processes and are highly credited if featured.
These features highlight HSM’s ability to successfully handle a wide range of legal matters.
Thank you to our valuable clients for recommending us.