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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 Inspires Students at CIFEC's 2018 Career Fair
HSM is thrilled to have once again participated in the annual Cayman Islands Further Education Centre (CIFEC) Career Fair, which took place on 21 September 2018.
The fair allows the opportunity for students to present their résumé and learn more about the different industries in the Cayman Islands. Over 200 students attended this year’s fair.
HSM set up a booth at the CIFEC Library to introduce themselves as Cayman’s fastest growing law firm and seeks to recruit at least 13 students to their 2018/19 internship programme.
Managing Partner, Huw Moses and IP Head Paralegal, Natasha Whitelocke were on hand to speak with students about a career in the legal profession, especially in the fields of Intellectual Property, Immigration, Debt Collection and Corporate Services.
Gabriel Morla and Shantel Ritch, two HSM IP staff members and prior CIFEC students were also there to speak with the potential student recruits. They shared their experiences in the programme and what it is like to be employed full-time.
HSM has worked with the CIFEC progamme since 2012. The firm’s continued involvement in the CIFEC internship showcases their unwavering commitment to the local community by providing work experience opportunities to ambitious young professionals.
