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Chambers and Partners Features HSM Group in Global Legal Guide 2026
The HSM Group is pleased to be featured by Chambers & Partners in their 2026 Global Legal Guide. Our Intellectual property practice, HSM IP, has once again been ranked as a top tier law firm in their Global (Caribbean-Wide) Intellectual Read more +
Locked In: How Cayman’s New Section 64 Redefines Work Permit Mobility
Section 64 of the Immigration (Transition) Act (2022 Revision) (“the Act”) and its earlier iterations has long governed the circumstances in which a work permit holder may change employment in the Cayman Islands. Historically, the provision operated as a relatively Read more +
Cayman Immigration: There May be Trouble Ahead
As the government prepares for a commencement date of 1 March 2026 for the Immigration (Transition) (Amendment and Validation) Act 2025 (“the Amendment Act”), it is becoming increasingly obvious that there will be a large number of individuals adversely affected Read more +
Privy Council Affirms Exclusion of Charitable Employees from Cayman Unfair Dismissal
An Overview of Attorney General of the Cayman Islands and another (Respondents) v. Shelliann Bush (Appellant) [2025] UKPC 39. The Judicial Committee of the Privy Council has confirmed that employees of charitable organisations in the Cayman Islands have no statutory Read more +
HSM in The Legal 500 Caribbean 2025 Rankings
The HSM Group was featured recently in The Legal 500 2025 Caribbean rankings.
Our intellectual property practice, HSM IP, is a ranked firm for their cross-Caribbean expertise. Citing The Legal 500 website, they shared: “This is a very responsible firm. With a high commitment to take care of its clients’ trademark interests with an almost personalised follow-up.”
For the first time, HSM IP Senior Manager Mrinali Menon has been individually featured. The Legal 500 provided this client testimonial: “We have been working on an important case for one of my clients with Mrinali Menon and her dedication to achieve the expected result is admirable. she is a very prepared professional with a high knowledge of her field.” Mrinali joins managing partner of the IP group Huw Moses, and Kate Cleary, who is well versed in IP strategy and management.
HSM Partner Christian Victory has also been individually ranked once again 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.
Thank you to our valuable clients for recommending us.