With in-depth expertise in estate planning, McKinney, Bancroft & Hughes is a key port of call for various public sector clients. Kimberley Rolle and Alexander Christie co-lead the team, and Rolle is knowledgeable of commercial and corporate law. Christie is a private client expert, Sean Moree KC is experienced in shareholder disputes, and Michelle Deveaux handles employment disputes. Kevin Moree is informed in tax mandates, and Gia Sands is proficient in real estate transactions.
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Key clients

  • Britannia Bank & Trust
  • Taylor Wessing
  • Pictet Bank & Trust
  • Stuart Cove’s Dive Bahamas
  • Tropix Shipping Ltd
  • Oasis Marketplace Ltd
  • Crowe Bahamas
  • Mylor Caribbean Development Ltd
  • Mayakoba Holdings
  • Les Deux Filles Events Ltd
  • Britannia Bank & Trust
  • Taylor Wessing

Work highlights

Advised the Central Bank of The Bahamas on its project to eliminate the use of cheques as part of the modernisation of the Bahamian national payment systems.
Advised the Central Bank of The Bahamas on the development of payment systems regulations that will ultimately lead to greater financial inclusion, the strengthening of consumer protection, and the improvement of the Bahamian financial eco-system.
Advised a non-Bahamian real estate development company in relation to the development of its ultra luxury hotel on a private cay in The Bahamas valued at over USD$100 million.

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Next Generation Partners

Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

Kimberley Rolle; Alexander Christie

Other key lawyers

Sean Moree KC: Kevin Moree; Gia Sands