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Stuarts Hires Caymanian Partner Jonathan McLean

Stuarts Humphries, a leading Cayman Islands law firm, is pleased to announce that Caymanian, Jonathan McLean has been hired as the firm’s newest partner, effective July 2019.

The hire strengthens two of the firm’s core practice areas: Corporate & Commercial and Investment Funds, and adds extra depth to the firm’s offering.

Chris Humphries, Managing Director of Stuarts, said “Our practice in Cayman continues to evolve and grow, and this hire is a representation of that. This hire is a very well merited recognition of the knowledge and experience of Jon to the continued success of our corporate and investment funds teams, and the firm as a whole. It demonstrates Stuarts’ vow to harness the best possible team."

Jon’s practice covers all areas of corporate and commercial law, advising clients on investment and private equity funds, licensing and regulatory matters and finance transactions all across a broad range of sectors. Jon also has extensive experience in local matters having advised on many aviation and shipping matters as well as major infrastructure projects in the Cayman Islands.

Jon primarily focuses on advising fund sponsors and other stakeholders on the structuring and formation of hedge and private equity funds; the day-to-day administration of funds from a Cayman Islands law perspective; the restructuring, wind-down and liquidation of funds; and the regulatory framework governing funds and their managers in the Cayman Islands.

Jon has been recognised as a rising star and recommended attorney in both IFLR 1000 and Legal 500 and is a notary public in the Cayman Islands.

See Jonathan McLean's profile.

About Stuarts Humphries: Stuarts Humphries or "Stuarts" is a client-oriented legal practice offering a full range of corporate and commercial legal advice from our experienced attorneys.

Our primary objective is the provision of timely, first-class legal advice and representation to our clients in connection with their commercial transactions, structures, liabilities and obligations.

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Chris Humphries

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Tel:+1 (345) 814-7911

This publication is for general guidance and is not intended to be a substitute for specific legal advice. Specialist advice should be sought about specific circumstances.

“Compact independent firm that remains a sound choice for funds counsel in the jurisdiction. Well versed in acting for fund managers, promoters and international investors, providing guidance on the structuring and formation of funds, portfolio transactions and regulatory compliance issues, as well as restructuring and litigation. Notable for its expertise in cryptocurrency funds and related investments.”
Publication Recognition - Chambers & Partners
Stuarts Humphries “impresses clients with its responsiveness, industry knowledge and value for money, especially when compared to some of the larger firms in the domicile.”
Publication Recognition - Legal 500
“Boutique firm offering prompt personal service and expertise covering a wide range of areas.”
“Very responsive team with wide knowledge on funds-related issues, including crypto funds.”
Fund Client Testimonial - IFLR 1000
“They are just phenomenal, the advice that they give strikes a real balance between business and legal issues, and they have real-world solutions instead of sitting in an ivory tower.”
Client Testimonial - Chambers & Partners
“The team gives prompt responses and is able to distill complex questions into easy-to-understand issue.”
Fund Client Testimonial - Legal 500
“The partners roll up their sleeves, take great pride in the work they do and go to great lengths to make themselves available.”
Client Testimonial - Chambers & Partners
“Stuarts Humphries, understands the complex issues we face and the firm offers substantial value in relation to the fees charged.”
Legal 500
“They are very thorough, knowledgeable and most importantly very responsive.”
Fund Client Testimonial - IFLR 1000
“Their strongest point is their customer service. They are incredibly responsive and helpful in meeting our deadlines.”
Fund Client Testimonial - Chambers & Partners
“They provide straightforward, practical advice and the level of attention we receive is very high. They are good at dealing with commercial matters in a commercial context.”
Legal 500

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