Appleby’s trusts and private client team is well regarded for its expertise in creating and advising on complex wealth structures for international families, as well as the use of trusts in commercial contexts, including securitisation and unit trusts. Carlos De Serpa Pimentel is a highly experienced adviser on private wealth structuring, while Sebastian Said is reputed for handling substantial contentious trust proceedings. Marcus Staff brings expertise in cross-border trust and insolvency disputes, and Esmond Brown advises HNW individuals, families, trustees, and private banks.
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‘Very experienced and knowledgeable team.’
‘No matter the situation, Esmond Brown is able to advise on any and all aspects of trusteeship, helping navigate some tricky situations with pragmatism.’
‘Esmond Brown is leading the next generation of private client partners in Cayman, sharp intellect and a very client-friendly way of practising.'
'Carlos de Serpa Pimental remains the best private client mind in Cayman.’
- 'The team is highly knowledgeable in the industry, and will provide practical solutions to your needs.'
- 'They are very approachable, knowledgeable, and listen to what you ask and apply that in full to your business needs.'
Key clients
- Cayman Islands Chamber of Commerce Pension Trustees
Work highlights
Acted as Cayman counsel to the Cayman Islands Chamber of Commerce Pension Plan Trustees, one of the jurisdiction’s three major employer pension schemes. Our work includes amendments to the trust deed, advice on Covid-19 emergency withdrawal legislation, data protection issues, and a 2022 dispute with MUFG over fund management transfer.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Carlos de Serpa Pimentel; Sebastian Said
Other key lawyers
Marcus Staff; Esmond Brown; Jackson Messer