Often engaged in restructuring mandates, Carey Olsen Bermuda Limited is geared to handle trust licensing and establishment. The practice is led by Keith Robinson, who is well-versed in cross-border trust litigation, while Stephanie Bernard is proficient in wealth management structures. Other key members of the team include Laura Kearns, who is a key port of call for fiduciaries, and Oliver MacKay, who is experienced in trust disputes before the Supreme Court of Bermuda.
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- ‘The trusts and private client team at Carey Olsen Bermuda are the best in the jurisdiction, certainly our go-to team for all matters related to trusts. They are technically excellent and very responsive.’
- ‘Carey Olsen are by far the best on the island for complex trust litigation. They are not only at the top of their game technically, but also wonderful to work with. They would always be my first port of call in Bermuda.’
- ‘The Carey Olsen team stand out for their deep expertise, responsiveness, and practical, client-focused advice. They handle complex matters with ease and collaborate effectively across disciplines. Their use of technology, commitment to diversity, and ability to provide consistent, high-quality service make them a top-tier team compared to other firms.’
- ‘We get an exceptional service from this team across the board. We work with both the private client and the trust litigation teams. They are leading professionals in this area in Bermuda. They are very responsive, the advice is practical and thorough, and the depth of their experience is possibly unparalleled in Bermuda.’
- ‘Keith Robinson is one of the leading legal minds in this space, his judgment, strategic insight, and depth of experience are second to none. The team consistently provide first-class support on both contentious and non-contentious matters, and their ability to handle sophisticated, high-value matters with discretion and clarity is invaluable.’
- ‘Keith Robinson is at the top of his game. He is impressive with clients and a great problem solver. Stephanie Bernard is technically excellent, a fabulous draftswoman, and really lovely to deal with.’
Key clients
- BCT Limited
- Protectors of the Global Resource Trust
- A major licensed Bermuda trust company
Work highlights
Represented BCT Limited on a matter concerning a very substantial Bermuda trust worth US$ billions.
Represented the Protectors of the Global Resource Trust on the Wong litigation.
Successfully represented a Bermuda-licensed trust company in a contested Public Trustee v Cooper category 2 blessing application.
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Practice head
Keith Robinson
Other key lawyers
Stephanie Bernard; Laura Kearns; Oliver MacKay