McKinney, Bancroft & Hughes fields a dispute resolution team that has a strong track record appearing at courts of first instance, as well as every appellate court inclusive of the Privy Council. Commercial and trusts disputes are a particular forte, and the insolvency litigation group is also held in high regard. At the helm of the practice senior litigator John Willson KC has extensive commercial litigation practice, as well as being an active arbitrator. Sean Moree KC comes with client recommendation as 'very good with both judges and clients', and Timothy Eneas KC is the contact to note for real estate disputes. Kevin Moree is the firm's go-to when it comes to contentious tax matters, and with a commercial litigation and trusts focus, Erin Hill stands out among a deep pool of more junior lawyers.
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Testimonials
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‘Superb, well integrated, and tightly organised team. Very energetic and client focussed.’
‘I work mainly with Sean Moree, who stands head and shoulders above the competition. A very smooth, subtle advocate, who is very good with both judges and clients. Gives no nonsense clear advice.’
‘Accessibility to key partners and prompt responsiveness and strategic thinking for litigation strategy/planning are some of the qualities which make this practice unique.’
‘John Wilson’s seasoned experience and sound advice together with Sean Maree’s insight is what sets apart this team of highly competent lawyers from their jurisdictional peers.’
‘The firm is pre-eminent in the Bahamas.’
‘Kevin Moree - First rate and going places.’
‘Very good litigation team, collaboration with the team is excellent, response time is good.’
‘Sean Moree is excellent case manager, clear in his views and answers, very thorough and exceptional in court.'
Key clients
- The Private Trust Corporation limited
- Deltec Bank & Trust Limited
- EFG Bank & Trust (Bahamas) Limited.
- Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce
- Pictet Bank & Trust
- Bamont Trust Company
- J. S. Johnson & Company Limited
- Qamea Stanley Limited
- Darby Shores Limited
- Occidental Petroleum Corporation
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.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
John Wilson KC
Other key lawyers
Sean Moree KC; Timothy Eneas KC; Genell Sands; Kevin Moree; Erin Hill; Andrew Smith