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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 +
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 +
The Legal 500 Caribbean Ranks HSM
HSM’s Dispute Resolution practice and attorneys Ian Lambert (Partner) and William Helfrecht (Partner) have made their debut on The Legal 500 Caribbean 2020.
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.
This recognition highlights HSM’s ability to successfully handle litigation and dispute matters.
Citing The Legal 500 website, they refer to HSM as a firm that “provides practical and useful advice on insolvency and litigation matters in a cost-effective manner.”
“Ian Lambert is experienced in complex commercial and contract disputes, insolvency and bankruptcy claims, asset recovery and fraud issues, and trust litigation; and William Helfrecht is noted for disputes relating to trusts, professional negligence work, company law and land issues.”