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 +
HSM Scholarship Fund Recipient to Graduate with Honours
HSM Scholarship Fund recipient, Tarec Francis, has successfully completed his two year Associate of Applied Science Hospitality Management Degree (AAS) at the University College of the Cayman Islands. Tarec will be graduating in November with honours and is acknowledged on the President’s List.
Prior to his university stint, Tarec attended Clifton Hunter High School and was a part of many notable extracurricular activities such as Key Club, Junior Achievement, Debate Club, Youth Culinary Program and was a Prefect as well as an Executive Member and Head Boy of the Student Council. Tarec was also selected to attend the 2018 Global Youth Leaders Conference in Washington and New York.
The HSM Scholarship Fund is not tied to legal studies and unlike many local scholarships, eligibility is open to all residents in the Cayman Islands who are aged between 16 and 25 years old.
Tarec at 19 years old aspires to become an Executive Chef. He plans to further his education by going overseas. “My associate’s degree provided me a valuable stepping stone towards my career and I am forever grateful to HSM,” shares Tarec.
Commenting on his achievements, Huw Moses (HSM Managing Partner OBE) said “Tarec has done exceedingly well and we are extremely proud of him. We cannot wait to see his impact in Cayman’s culinary industry.”
Applications for the HSM Scholarship Fund are accepted throughout the year. Email octagon@candw.ky for more details and to apply.
Photo (L-R): Pictured above is HSM Managing Partner, Huw Moses OBE with Tarec Francis