With a strong presence across the BVI, Cayman Islands, and Hong Kong, Appleby‘s key strengths lie in trust litigation and private wealth structure establishment. The practice is co-led by Carlos Pimentel and Sebastian Said, and Pimentel is knowledgeable of trustee disputes and contentious estate and probate matters. Said is geared to handle high-value trust litigation, asset recovery, and fiduciary duties, while Marcus Staff is vastly experienced before all levels of the commercial court in the BVI, Cayman Islands, and England. Other key team members include associates James Glover and Jackson Messer.
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- The firm benefits hugely from the leadership of Carlos Pimentel, who is a highly experienced and popular figure both in Cayman and in the international private client community. His breadth of experience and approachable manner, both in and out of court, make him one of the best private client lawyers.
- They are highly regarded experts within the industry locally and globally. You know they understand the client and have the knowledge to provide you with the right trusted advice.
- The Appleby team has been incredibly responsive.
- A large firm with all the resources needed for almost any transaction and a wealth of experience.
- The service is excellent.
Key clients
- Cayman Islands Chamber of Commerce Pension Trustees
- Beneficiary of a Cayman Islands trust
- Family members who form the majority of a Protector Committee
Work highlights
Advised the trustees of one of the Cayman Islands’ largest employer pension schemes on legislative developments and trust amendments.
Represented a trustee and beneficiary in defending Grand Court proceedings seeking extensive trust disclosure at the expense of the trust, challenging the scope of the Schmidt v Rosewood jurisdiction.
Acting as Cayman counsel to a private trust company administering multiple Cayman, Jersey, and Bahamian trusts in complex Grand Court proceedings concerning alleged capacity issues of the settlor/protector and the validity of the removal and appointment of trustees.
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Practice head
Carlos Pimentel; Sebastian Said
Other key lawyers
Marcus Staff; James Glover; Jackson Messer; Sailaja Alla